After the Appointment Storm: Police Officer's New Demand from Ben Gvir

Deputy Chief Ruti Hauslich, who was promoted to Deputy Commissioner after a prolonged delay in approval by Minister Ben Gvir, demands retroactive pay starting September 2025 and compensation for emotional distress. The minister opposes, and a discussion is expected at the State Attorney's Office.

The affair of Deputy Chief Ruti Hauslich's appointment is back in the headlines. After Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir finally approved her promotion to Deputy Commissioner, despite his initial opposition due to claims of attempted interference by the State Attorney's Office, Hauslich now demands retroactive pay starting September 2025 – claiming she actually performed the role before the appointment was approved. Additionally, she demands compensation for emotional distress, and has made it clear that if her request is denied, she intends to file a civil lawsuit. Minister Ben Gvir opposes her request, and his position is supported by legal opinions from the Israel Police legal counsel and the Ministry of National Security legal counsel, stating that at most, Hauslich may be entitled to retroactive pay of up to two months. A discussion on the matter is expected to take place today at the State Attorney's Office, with participation from Hauslich's lawyers and legal counsel representatives. Sources familiar with the details claim this is an attempt to obtain public funds without sufficient legal basis.