Orbán and Trump’s Meeting Signals Growing Autocratic Alliance in Global Politics
Budapest, Hungary – Former President Donald Trump’s recent meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán highlights a growing trend of conservative populists aligning with autocratic leaders to challenge democratic norms. Orbán, known for championing “illiberal democracy,” has drawn praise from some conservative populists for his policies on immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, and his firm stance on national sovereignty. However, Orbán’s crackdown on the press and judiciary has raised concerns about the erosion of democratic principles in …