Hungary's Orbán Faces Political Crisis After Presidential Challenge
President's Actions Mark Rare Break Within Orbán's Ruling Party
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Hungary's long-serving government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a rare political crisis after the president, a member of Orbán's ruling party, rejected the government's nominee for chief prosecutor, sparking a public row between the two leaders.
Orbán's Bid for Control Faces Resistance
President Katalin Novák's surprise decision to refuse the nomination of Peter Polt, who has served as chief prosecutor since 2010, marks a significant challenge to Orbán's efforts to maintain tight control over the judiciary. Novák's reasons for rejecting Polt are unclear, but critics allege that she is concerned about the government's use of the prosecutor's office to target political opponents.
Crisis Unfolds Amidst Rising Tensions
The crisis comes at a time of heightened tensions between Orbán and the European Union, which has criticized Hungary for alleged democratic backsliding. The EU has also suspended billions of euros in funding to Hungary over concerns about rule of law and corruption.
Orbán's Sway Over Party Threatened
The president's actions have also exposed divisions within Orbán's ruling Fidesz party, which has been in power for over a decade. Some party members have expressed support for Novák's decision, raising questions about Orbán's ability to maintain his iron-clad grip on the party.
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