https://www.vg.hu/kozelet/2026/07/sulyok-tamas-magyar-peter-uzengetes-alaptorveny
Hungary’s Parliament has voted to remove President Tamás Sulyok and Constitutional Court President Péter Polt, as part of a constitutional amendment spearheaded by Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s Tisza party. This decisive legislative action aims to dismantle the legacy of the previous administration led by Viktor Orbán and the Fidesz party. The amendment not only ousts Sulyok but also imposes a 70-year retirement age on Constitutional Court judges, effectively removing Polt and three other judges. The change reflects a significant power shift following Tisza’s recent electoral victory and has bolstered market confidence in Sulyok’s impending departure.
Key Takeaways
The parliamentary vote appears to strongly indicate a shift away from Orbán’s influence, as evidenced by the removal of Sulyok and Polt.
Market pricing suggests an increased likelihood of Sulyok’s presidency ending by July 31, with odds rising to 85% YES.
