Trump-endorsed 'fighter' Viktor Orbán in deep trouble with Hungarian election just days away
Viktor Orbán has served as Hungarian prime minister for 16 consecutive years, advancing an unapologetically Christian, nationalist, "migrant-free, pro-family" agenda that he told President Donald Trump in November had kept his country "a special island of difference in a liberal ocean in Europe."Hungary under Orbán's leadership has, for instance, banned LGBT propaganda targeting children; banned homosexual couples from adopting kids; opposed Ukraine's proposed admission to the European Union; refused to implement the EU's radical migration policies; built a barrier to keep out border-jumpers; drove bums out of public spaces; fought political interference by big-pocketed leftists like George Soros; and implemented various pro-natalist measures including tax exemptions for mothers.'A leader who will fight to preserve those things while also building a better future.'For the first time in over a decade, Orbán — praised by conservatives and maligned by liberals on both sides of the Atlantic and recently threatened by Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelenskyy — now faces the real possibility of an ouster in a country European parliamentarians like to pretend isn't a democracy.In Hungary's national election on April 12, voters get to choose who will fill the 199 seats of the National Assembly and, by extension, whether to grant Orbán another term.RELATED: The collapse of conservatism nobody wants to admit Jonathan Ernst-Pool/Getty ImagesPolitico's aggregate of recent polling data shows the prime minister's Fidesz party lagging considerably behind the Tisza party, 49% to 39%. Several polls suggest, however, that there remain a great many undecided voters going into the weekend.Polymarket presently puts the odds of Tisza winning at 77%.Peter Magyar, the centrist leader of Tisza, is a former Fidesz member and government official. His party's manifesto reportedly advocates for a more pro-EU, pro-NATO approach and commits to expediting Hungary's embrace of the euro as its official currency.Trump implored Hungarians on Tuesday to continue supporting Orbán, noting on Truth Social, "Highly Respected Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orbán, is a truly strong and powerful Leader, with a proven track record of delivering phenomenal results. He fights tirelessly for, and loves, his Great Country and People, just like I do for the United States of America.""Viktor works hard to Protect Hungary, Grow the Economy, Create Jobs, Promote Trade, Stop Illegal Immigration, and Ensure LAW AND ORDER! Relations between Hungary and the United States have reached new heights of cooperation and spectacular achievement under my Administration, thanks largely to Prime Minister Orbán," continued the president. "He is a true friend, fighter, and WINNER, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election as Prime Minister of Hungary — VIKTOR ORBÁN WILL NEVER LET THE GREAT PEOPLE OF HUNGARY DOWN."Vice President JD Vance similarly threw his weight behind Orbán, characterizing the prime minister during a rally in Budapest on Wednesday as a "leader who feels real pride in this place, in its history, in its culture, and in its way of life; a leader who will fight to preserve those things while also building a better future." Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!
Trump-endorsed ‘fighter’ Viktor Orbán in deep trouble with Hungarian election just days away Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, known for his nationalist and ‘migrant-free’ agenda, is facing a potential ouster in the April 12th election, with polls indicating his Fidesz party is trailing the Tisza party. Despite facing criticism from liberals, Orbán has received endorsements from Donald Trump and JD Vance, who highlight his strong leadership and pro-family policies. The election outcome will determine if Orbán secures another term.
- Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is facing a serious challenge in the upcoming national election on April 12th.
- Polls show Orbán’s Fidesz party lagging behind the Tisza party, led by former Fidesz member Peter Magyar.
- Orbán’s agenda includes Christian nationalism, anti-immigration policies, and pro-family measures.
- Donald Trump and JD Vance have publicly endorsed Orbán, praising his leadership and policies.
- The Tisza party advocates for a more pro-EU and pro-NATO stance, and aims to adopt the euro.
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