Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that he will not accept a parliamentary mandate and will not work in parliament after the elections. Hungarian sources report this, citing Orbán's video address, writes UNN.
Details
The politician explained the decision by stating that he does not consider his presence in parliament necessary, but plans to focus on reorganizing the Fidesz party.
Meanwhile, Hungarian investigative journalist Szabolcs Panyi stated that Orbán may be preparing for a trip to the US in case of an escalation of the situation in the country.
Viktor Orbán today announced that he will not take a seat in parliament… This coincides with my information that he plans a trip to the US, which could become a refuge for him
Political context
According to the journalist, refusal of the mandate also means lack of parliamentary immunity. It is reported that intra-party elections in Fidesz have been postponed to June.
Orbán previously maintained close political contacts with US President Donald Trump.
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