Israel’s embattled president gave up his powers temporarily today, but dozens of lawmakers vowed to have him dismissed so he could face a raft of sexual assault charges, including rape.

Israel’s parliament today granted Israeli president Moshe Katsav’s request to temporarily step down in light of a police investigation into accusations he sexually harassed former employees.

Israeli President Moshe Katsav underwent a second day of police questioning today about sexual harassment allegations, while a politician collected signatures to begin the impeachment process.