The prime minister claimed, without providing evidence, that Ronen Bar and the A-G had colluded to launch a probe into his office's ties to Qatar.
Witkoff also praised Netanyahu for his efficiency in decapitating Hezbollah and Hamas but noted his decisions to continue fighting heavily opposed Israeli public opinion.
The National Crime Unit questioned the two on suspicion of contact with a foreign agent and money laundering on Wednesday.
If Naftali Bennet decides to run, the coalition would be left with 49 seats, whereas a Bennet-led opposition would have 61.
While the country feels as though it is on the brink of civil war, an investigation such as this would give the public good reason to trust leadership.
Ronen Bar in explosive letter: Netanyahu is acting out of foreign motives • Israeli cabinet convenes to vote on removal of Shin Bet chief
After being put into the spotlight recently, questions are raised about who Footlik is and what his background is.
This is his attempt to put all of the blame on the IDF and Shin Bet without anyone looking seriously into his role. If he is never probed, it will be difficult to learn how to avoid another disaster.
Israeli Businessman Gil Birger admitted that he had transferred funds from a Qatari lobbyist to a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's media team.
Countries across Europe and the Middle East condemned Israel's resumption of airstrikes on the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, urging a return to ceasefire negotiations.