Magyar Vows to Take Hungary State Media News Coverage Off Air After Election Win
Key Points:
- Hungary’s incoming leader Peter Magyar is rapidly consolidating control over state institutions established by outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orban during his 16-year tenure.
- Magyar has targeted state media and the president appointed by Orban, signaling a shift in political and institutional power.
- In a tense radio interview, Magyar criticized the broadcaster for spreading fear and despair, announcing plans to close and relaunch it as a genuine public service media outlet.