Trump endorses Hungary’s Orbán for reelection
“Viktor Orbán of Hungary truly loves his Country and wants safety for his people,” Trump said in a statement.
By QUINT FORGEY
Former President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for reelection — throwing his support behind a far-right, nationalist leader who has defied America’s allies in Europe and moved to consolidate control over his country’s media and judiciary.
“Viktor Orbán of Hungary truly loves his Country and wants safety for his people,” Trump said in a statement. “He has done a powerful and wonderful job in protecting Hungary, stopping illegal immigration, creating jobs, trade, and should be allowed to continue to do so in the upcoming Election. He is a strong leader and respected by all. He has my Complete support and Endorsement for reelection as Prime Minister!”
Trump’s endorsement of Orbán is not the first time the former president has championed the political campaigns of populist foreign leaders who have been accused of eroding democratic norms within their countries. Last October, Trump announced his support for Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s reelection bid.
President Joe Biden, by contrast, has taken a tougher line against Orbán. Ahead of his virtual Summit for Democracy last month, Hungary was the only European Union country to which Biden did not extend an invitation.
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