JD Vance defends support for Orbán after election loss

JD Vance speaks to reporters outside a government building, defending his support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán amid concerns over recent electoral losses for Orbán's party.

Vance, a Republican from Ohio, characterized Orbán as a “great guy” and praised his leadership despite the electoral challenges. This endorsement comes at a time when many observers are scrutinizing Orbán’s increasingly authoritarian policies and their implications for democracy in Hungary and beyond. Vance’s comments highlight the complexities of U.S. political alliances with foreign leaders … Read more