But lawyer Amit Hadad insists Mandelblit should reconsider delay, complains of too much material and too little time to prepare

Justices tap the veteran judge to oversee 2019's second national vote, after his stint earlier this year

The former defense minister, once a member of the ruling party, says its MKs are too terrified to challenge Netanyahu

PM expected to announce he will take part, but will also repeat objections and demand more time time to prepare; also weighing appeal to High Court

With Netanyahu facing Monday deadline to confirm attendance on October 2, the premier may agree to the date only to later seek postponement once more

Prime minister argues 'exceptional' return to polls demands exceptional attitude by justice officials, calling decision 'inconcievable'

Ultra-Orthodox UTJ party reportedly vows to oppose Amir Ohana staying on as justice minister since he will be obliged to promote LGBT-friendly reforms

After dissenting statements came from within URWP calling dibs on Education Ministry, party co-leaders slam those who would 'divide' religious Zionism

After hearing was pushed from July to October, PM had asked for a second reprieve due to the new elections called for September

Analysts predict AG will reject request because PM is not required to be present at October session -- only his defense team