Orbán Loses? Hungarians Vote in Record Numbers to Challenge PM
Hungarian voters delivered a stunning blow to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party in Sunday's election. Citizens voted in historic numbers, with a clear majority opposing the long-standing leader.
The result marks a major shift. Orbán's Fidesz party has dominated Hungarian politics for over a decade.
Analysts are now examining this dramatic change. NPR’s Rob Schmitz spoke with reporter Esme Nicholson and political scientist Abel Bojar to understand the vote. They will discuss the key issues that motivated the record turnout and the future of Hungary's government.