About
Ayelet Shaked is an Israeli former politician, activist, and software engineer. She served as Minister of Interior from 2021 to 2022 and as Minister of Justice from 2015 to 2019. Shaked was a member of the Knesset from 2013 to 2021, representing The Jewish Home and later the New Right party. She also led the Yamina electoral alliance. Despite her affiliation with The Jewish Home, she identifies as secular.
Career Timeline
Elected to Knesset
Elected to the Knesset, marking her entry into Israeli politics.
Minister of Justice
Appointed Minister of Justice, giving her influence over legal policies.
New Right Party Formation
Forms the New Right party, though it initially fails to win seats.
Minister of Interior
Serves as Minister of Interior, expanding her government role.
Political Setback
Her party doesn't meet the threshold, and she loses her seat in Knesset, impacting her political influence.
Future Political Involvement
Remaining an influencer in Israeli politics but not in office.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026