Hungary's Power Shift: Ousting Sulyok, Revamping the Constitution

Hungary's parliament debates a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamas Sulyok. Prime Minister Peter Magyar argues this is to dismantle Viktor Orban's influence, following a decisive electoral mandate. The initiative could lead to drafting a new constitution and necessitates immediate presidential elections if enacted.

Hungary's parliament is set to decide on a pivotal constitutional amendment aimed at ousting President Tamas Sulyok.

Prime Minister Peter Magyar has criticized Sulyok as being a 'puppet' of Viktor Orban, asserting that this legislative action is crucial to dismantle Orban's longstanding political influence.

With a sweeping electoral victory, Magyar's Tisza Party plans to enact systemic changes, including the potential drafting of a new constitution.