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PM stacks the courts in his favour, reminiscent of Umno's ways.

Six High Court judges and 14 judicial commissioners have also been elevated.

This concerns the supposed minutes of a JAC meeting detailing judicial interference.

'Issue should not be turned into debate between two or more parties.'

Surendran says it's plainly wrong and incomprehensible.

UPDATED 1.38PM | Umno supreme council member describes Rahman's claim as 'shocking'.

This is over retired judge Rahman's allegation about being pressured.

Syed Amir cites Azalina statement on strengthening judicial appointment framework.

He claims they had oppressed others in the past, but speak of freedom now.

Let's examine Wan Ahmad Farid's record and his strong links to Umno.

PM points out he followed the process under the Federal Constitution.

Question is all the more pertinent in light of recent judicial crisis.

Cases include Islamic conversion, book bans.

Bitter statements unwelcome, many speculations proven untrue.

Haniff also trusts Wan Ahmad Farid's impartiality, despite past involvement in politics.

UPDATED 4.32PM | Pandan MP says appointment of new CJ welcomed, but problems remain.

UPDATED 11.58AM | They hope Wan Ahmad will continue efforts to strengthen judicial independence.

They must now be given room to operate independently.

Their stories remind us that the law is human.

UPDATED 12.47AM | He replaces Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat as the top judge.

First thing to establish before asking the questions is who appoints the judges.

It is unclear if a statement on the judicial appointments will be issued later.

LFL co-founder says removing PM's power in judicial appointments is crucial.

Former deputy minister among front-runners for the job.