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Trump Endorses Hungary’s Orbán in Reelection Bid
Trump praises Orbán's policies on immigration, economy, and law enforcement while highlighting strengthened U.S.–Hungary ties under his prior administration.
- Reaffirming an earlier pledge, Trump restated his backing of Orbán in the run-up to the April 12 election on Friday, posting praise on Truth Social.
- Trump cited Orbán's record, saying he protects Hungary and bolsters the economy while crediting strengthened United States–Hungary relations under his administration.
- Orbán has been in power for years, serving since 2010 and earlier from 1998 to 2002, and Trump previously endorsed Orbán in 2020, with Orbán defending Trump after his 2024 conviction.
- Orbán faces a tough race, squaring off against Péter Magyar in what Reuters called his strongest challenge in 10 years, while a new Idea Institute poll shows Orbán's party trailing the Tisza opposition by 10 points and Magyar alleged an illicit smear video attempt.
- Observers note his ties to Vladimir Putin and opposition to EU plans, framing the election as a choice that could influence Hungary's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war.
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