"Proposed Bill Removes 'Reasonableness' Test for Politicians in First Reading"

The first reading of a controversial bill to block judicial review over the "reasonableness" of politicians' decisions has passed in the Knesset, with a vote of 64 to 56. The bill aims to limit judicial scrutiny over politicians' decrees, completely outlawing courts from using the reasonableness test to invalidate or discuss decisions made by the cabinet and elected officials. Supporters argue that it allows elected representatives to have the final say on policy and appointments, while critics argue that it removes an important check on arbitrary decision-making. The legislation needs to pass two more readings to become law, and the coalition aims to complete the process before the Knesset breaks for the summer.