Appointments to the Constitutional Tribunal. Is it still law or just politics?
The ongoing political battle over appointments to Poland's Constitutional Tribunal reflects deep polarization and raises questions about the role of legal arguments in political decisions.
Juan Bautista Mahiques, Minister of Justice: 'I fully trust the President and his explanations'
Juan Bautista Mahiques, the new Minister of Justice of Argentina, expresses confidence in President Milei while discussing political dynamics affecting judicial appointments and other legal matters in an interview.
Milei has more than 200 shortlisted candidates to appoint judges, but none from the federal judiciary of Buenos Aires
President Javier Milei has over 200 candidates for judicial appointments, but none are from the Buenos Aires federal judiciary, raising concerns about representation in the judicial system.
BNS Sprint: Coal in Minsk After Visit to Lithuania, Government Proposals to Control Fuel Prices, KT Judges Sworn In
The article discusses ongoing issues related to security in Belarus following a visit to Lithuania, proposals to manage fuel prices, and recent judicial appointments in Lithuania.
Liga2 Case: Prosecutor Starts Presenting Three Events Investigated Within an Association that Sought to 'Control State Institutions'
The prosecution in Ecuador's Liga2 case is presenting evidence against seven defendants accused of illicit association related to electoral justice and judicial appointments.
Peternel on the Relationship Between the Prime Minister and the President: 'The Whole Country Stands Still Because Two People Are Waging a War of Vanity'
Igor Peternel, a representative of the Dom and National Gathering party, criticized the ongoing political conflict between President Zoran Milanović and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for obstructing necessary judicial appointments in Croatia.
New judges have been selected for the Constitutional Tribunal. PiS pressures Nawrocki to ignore them
Six new judges have been appointed to Poland's Constitutional Tribunal amid controversy and pressure from the ruling party, PiS, to delay their swearing-in.
Maciej Gutowski, Piotr Kardas: A Few Questions About the Elections to the TC
The article discusses the importance of the Constitutional Tribunal in Poland's democratic system and the implications of its judicial appointments.
Regarding the candidacy of the chairman of the Constitutional Court, G. Nausėda promises to decide once the new judges start working
President Nausėda will make a decision on the candidacy for the chairman of the Constitutional Court once the new judges are in place.
LAT: the court must reconsider whether to accept Eimutis Misiūnas' lawsuit against the president
The Lithuanian Supreme Court has decided to reopen the case regarding Eimutis Misiūnas' lawsuit against President Gitanas Nausėda.
Mahiques defines with the Menems the strategy to advance judicial appointments
Justice Minister Juan Bautista Mahiques is strategizing with the Menem cousins to fill judicial vacancies, planning to send 15 to 20 nominations to the Senate next week.
The government holds control in the Senate to advance the appointment of judges and prosecutors
The Argentine Senate is set to accelerate discussions on over 300 judicial appointments following the assumption of Juan Bautista Mahiques as the new Minister of Justice.
Piotr Prusinowski: Politicians have made a "madman's house" out of the judiciary
Former judge Piotr Prusinowski criticizes the political manipulation of judicial appointments in Poland, describing the current electoral process for judicial candidates as a sham.
The Government presents Argentina Week in New York; they will send documents to the Senate to cover 200 courts
The Argentine government is launching Argentina Week in New York to promote investment, while also preparing to send documents to the Senate to fill 200 vacant judicial positions.
Letters from readers: AFA, appointment, painful situation
Readers express concerns about the Argentine Football Association's challenges and government appointments, highlighting the impact on fans and public trust in the judicial system.
The new minister wants to review the list of candidates to fill 200 vacancies in the judiciary
The new Justice Minister, Juan Bautista Mahiques, plans to scrutinize the list of candidates for 200 judicial vacancies that were nominated by his predecessor.
Juan Bautista Mahiques confirmed who will lead the Anti-Corruption Office and the IGJ
New Justice Minister Juan Bautista Mahiques announced the appointments for leadership roles at the Anti-Corruption Office and the General Inspection of Justice in Argentina.
José María Fernández Seijo, progressive member of the CGPJ: 'I thought other things could be done differently, but I assume that the structure forces me to renounce'
José María Fernández Seijo reflects on the challenges of his role within the CGPJ and the need for a rebalancing in judicial appointments.
Santiago Viola, Karina's legal sword with ties to Comodoro Py and the Lijo brothers
Santiago Viola has been appointed as Secretary of Justice in Argentina and is a key legal advisor to Karina Milei, instrumental in significant judicial appointments.
Monitor Polski from March 4, 2026 (positions 255-259)
The article details resolutions passed by the Polish Sejm regarding judicial appointments, commemoration of filmmaker Andrzej Wajda, solidarity with Ukraine, and foreign aid guidelines.
Will the Sejm choose them for the KRS? 'Iustitia' published the list of candidates
The Polish judges' association 'Iustitia' has published a list of candidates for the National Judicial Council (KRS), highlighting the controversies and implications of these appointments for judicial independence.
Peramato rises to García Ortiz's team and punishes the prosecutors of 'procés' and the prosecutor who opposed the leak of Ayuso's boyfriend's data
Spain's new Attorney General Teresa Peramato has made significant appointments favoring allies of her predecessor while sidelining critics involved in the controversial 'procés' investigations.
Until now, attempts have been made to establish a dictatorship in disguise; the 'Ben Gvir Law' signifies that the mask has been removed
The Israeli government proposes a law to limit judicial oversight over ministerial appointments, aimed at protecting Itamar Ben Gvir's position.
Political Persecution: Babiš Ignores Justice, Voters Again on Čapák. Červený is a Puppet
The article discusses the ongoing political controversies in Czech politics regarding Andrej Babiš's legal troubles and recent political appointments, highlighting concerns over public trust in the judiciary.
A special committee to promote a law preventing the Supreme Court from disqualifying ministers and aimed at protecting Ben Gvir's tenure approved
The Knesset committee approved the establishment of a special committee to promote a controversial law that would prevent judicial review of ministerial appointments, specifically aimed at safeguarding the tenure of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.
The coalition is re-promoting a law to prevent the Supreme Court from disqualifying ministers
The Israeli Knesset committee is set to re-establish a special committee to advance a bill that would prevent judicial review of ministerial appointments, aimed at securing positions for controversial ministers.
Is the president preparing to veto the KRS law? Here are the provisions that were included in it
The Polish government is facing potential presidential veto regarding the newly passed amendments to the KRS law, which aim to reform judicial appointments and ensure greater independence from political interference.
Mariusz Załucki: Change of Power as the Expiration Date of Judicial Nominations
The article discusses the implications of a change in power on judicial nominations in Poland.
The Speaker of the Seimas nominates Artūras Drigotas as a candidate for judges of the Constitutional Court
The Speaker of the Seimas, J.Olekas, has nominated Artūras Drigotas for a judgeship in the Constitutional Court, following the annulment of the previous nomination of Julių Sabatauską due to constitutional non-compliance.
The Supreme Court ignores the Constitutional Court and confronts it for endorsing the 'finger-pointing' in the Prosecutor's Office: 'Seeing things this way would mean a serious setback in the Rule of Law'
The Supreme Court of Spain has rejected the Constitutional Court's endorsement of discretionary appointments in the Prosecutor's Office, asserting the need to uphold the principles of merit and capability.
Emboldened by the number in the Senate, the Government says it will finally send the papers of about 50 judges in March
The Argentine government plans to send proposals for around 50 federal judges to the Senate in March, following a recent labor reform vote that established a new majority in the chamber.
Trump ousts judge-installed prosecutor; constitutional expert says Article II leaves no doubt
President Trump has terminated U.S. attorney Donald Kinsella, citing constitutional authority, which has sparked debates over presidential power and judicial appointments.
Dismissal of two disciplinary spokespeople, nominees of Schab and the president of the District Court in Płock
Two local disciplinary spokespeople in Poland have been dismissed amid controversies involving their appointments during the PiS government.
While the High Court is alarmed by the lack of judge appointments, Levin continues to complete the coup
The Israeli High Court expresses concern over the delay in appointing judges amid political turmoil.
You had, coalition, places in the Constitutional Tribunal ...
The ruling coalition in Poland has seemingly lost its opportunity to fill vacant positions in the Constitutional Tribunal due to a legal challenge filed by PiS against its own regulations governing judicial appointments.
Marina: a Yes against the market of appointments
Marina Berlusconi publicly supports the justice reform referendum, highlighting the need to curb the influence of political currents in judicial appointments.
PiS Wants to Block the Election of New Judges to the Constitutional Tribunal. Checkmate in the Tribunal Case?
Polish lawmakers from the ruling party PiS have filed a complaint with the Constitutional Tribunal challenging the legal provisions related to the election of new judges.
The Red Robes Reject the PD: "Opposition Too Weak"
Italian judges criticize the PD for weakness in opposing government reforms that could affect judicial appointments.
They appeal to Karol Nawrocki. They fear the president's use of veto
The Polish Judges Association "Iustitia" urges President Karol Nawrocki to sign legislation ensuring judicial appointments are constitutionally compliant, warning that a veto could jeopardize judicial independence.
Danielle Smith defends plan to withhold funding for Alberta judges
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith justifies her proposal to withhold funding for judges as a negotiating tactic to gain more influence over judicial appointments.
Colby Cosh: Why can Quebec ask for judicial reform, but not Alberta?
The article discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's request for the federal government to allow Alberta more say in judicial appointments, similar to Quebec's arrangement, while also challenging recent bilingualism requirements for judges.
HDZ representative accuses the left: 'They want to appoint judges who will ideologically be closer to them than the majority of citizens'
HDZ MP Nikola Mažar sharply criticized the left on Facebook, urging the opposition to stop obstructing the selection of the Supreme Court president and constitutional judges.
Benčić: We have Trump imitators around the world, and even Plenković is trying
Benčić criticized the influence of Trump-style politics globally and within Croatia, specifically mentioning attempts by Prime Minister Plenković to influence judicial appointments.
The Supreme Court Judge Responded to Plenković's Statements. "Everyone Would Have a Paw on the Judiciary"
Supreme Court Judge Damir Kos criticized Prime Minister Andrej Plenković's plan regarding appointments to the Constitutional and Supreme Courts, stating that it undermines judicial integrity.
Should statesman Plenković play dirty political games?!
The article discusses Plenković's insistence on parliament choosing two constitutional judges to maintain a majority in the Constitutional Court, amid ongoing political trading without significant new developments.
Conflict of Plenković, SDP, judges. Supreme Court: We urge that the head be elected as soon as possible
The Supreme Court urges for the election of its president without delay amid conflicts involving Prime Minister Plenković and SDP regarding judicial appointments.