Levin’s comments were denied by an unnamed US State Department official
However, he presents the judicial overhaul as 'good for all citizens of Israel'
Israel on edge, waiting for Netanyahu to clarify his position
Opponents of judicial reforms take advantage of growing unrest to increase pressure on Netanyahu
If passed in its current form, the bill would enable the coalition to control the selection of judges in the Israeli judiciary system
In recent days, Levin has shown interest in a new compromise proposal, calling it “a breakthrough”
As Israeli justice minister vows to push ahead, some far-right coalition members continue to urge compromise