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Hungary’s new prime minister, Péter Magyar, is pushing to rewrite the constitution and remove President Tamás Sulyok, claiming the president doesn’t represent the nation’s interests — a move that’s sparked a political showdown. Magyar’s party won a sweeping election victory and now holds the power to amend the constitution, aiming to undo past reforms. Sulyok, appointed just months ago, refuses to step down, warning that this conflict could damage Hungary’s EU standing and funding. With the EU dangling over 16 billion euros in potential reforms, tensions rise as Magyar accuses Sulyok of failing the vulnerable and ignoring the rule of law — while Sulyok counters that the president’s symbolic role includes critical appointments, like military ones, which Magyar’s government may now challenge. This constitutional clash signals a dramatic political reset in Hungary.

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