Hundreds of scholars say U.S. is swiftly heading toward authoritarianism
Most — but not all — political scientists are deeply troubled by the president's attempts to expand executive power, according to a national survey.
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How to dismantle democracy: Lessons aspiring autocrats may take from Hungary's Orban
The dismantling of Hungary's democracy is a point of fascination for political scientists around the world — including those advising the Trump administration.
Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ public events
The amendment bans public events held by LGBTQ+ communities and allows authorities to use facial recognition tools to identify people who attend prohibited events.
Former U.S. ambassador to Hungary discusses democratic decay under Viktor Orbán
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has sold his brand of politics as conservatism. But what's really happening there is corruption benefitting oligarchs, says David Pressman, former U.S. ambassador to Hungary.
Hungary's Orbán in Kyiv for talks with Zelenskyy in first visit since the war began
The visit comes the day after Hungary took over the rotating six-month presidency of the European Union, a position that has little real power but can be used to set the tone of the bloc's agenda.
Why conservatives invited Hungary's autocratic leader to headline Dallas event
Hungary's prime minister Viktor Orbán, who has suppressed civil liberties and intimidated media and corporate critics, will address the Conservative Political Action Conference in Dallas.
Hungary's Viktor Orban claims a 4th term, extending his autocratic rule
The prime minister declared victory in the national elections, claiming a mandate for another term as a partial vote count predicted a strong lead for his right-wing party.
In Hungary, the arts are being suppressed by the government, a new report says
The Artistic Freedom Initiative contends that consolidated state power under right-wing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and artists' self-censorship has led to an "existential crisis."
Hungary Bans LGBTQ Content From Schools, But Some Teachers Say They Will Defy It
Hungary is banning LGBTQ content from classrooms and media that reaches minors. Not if these educators can help it.
As Hungary Cuts Radio Station, Critics Say Europe Should Put Orban On Notice
Taking Klubradio off the air was the latest blow to press freedom in a country where the right-wing populist leadership and its allies have increased control and influence over the media.