[97476] Political storms: Criticism of the Shin Bet budget and the expected appointment of Caroline Glick

[97476] Political storms: Criticism of the Shin Bet budget and the expected appointment of Caroline Glick

Member of Knesset Ram Ben-Barak calls for an urgent debate in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee regarding the Shin Bet budget, while Netanyahu is determined to advance the appointment of Caroline Glick as Consul in New York.

Tension surrounding the Shin Bet budget and political appointments

In the political arena, there is extensive activity today (24.06.2026) surrounding two core issues: parliamentary oversight of security agencies and the Prime Minister's diplomatic appointments.

Call for an urgent debate on the Shin Bet budget

Member of Knesset Ram Ben-Barak is demanding a convening of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee to discuss the details of the Shin Bet budget. According to Channel 12, Yaron Avraham's corner, Ben-Barak clarified: "We will tell the head of the Shin Bet: Sir, with all due respect, we are responsible for your budget." The channel, which is identified with positions critical of Netanyahu but supportive of the current American administration, notes that this is a serious move that requires an in-depth investigation by the Knesset.

Netanyahu's insistence on the appointment of Caroline Glick

At the same time, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to advance the appointment of Caroline Glick to the position of Consul in New York, despite opposition from figures in the Reform movement. According to Israel News Channel | Without Censorship, which is close to the right-wing camp, a senior official familiar with the details stated that Netanyahu is "determined to appoint Glick and she will be an excellent appointee" and that the government "does not intend to surrender to anyone's dictates." The appointment is expected to take effect immediately upon the vacating of the seat by Ofir Akunis.