Summary
People in Hungary are voting to decide if they want to continue with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who has been in power for 16 years, or elect a new leader. Péter Magyar, a former member of Orbán's party, is his main opponent and is leading in the polls. The election result could affect Hungary's relations with other countries, including the US and the European Union.
Key Facts
- Hungary is holding an election to decide if Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will stay in power.
- Viktor Orbán has been the Prime Minister for 16 years.
- Péter Magyar is his main rival and leads in the polls.
- Magyar once belonged to Orbán's party but started his own party.
- The election results could impact Hungary's relationships with Russia, the EU, and the US.
- Voting in Hungary is from 6 AM to 7 PM local time.
- President Donald Trump supports Orbán and has encouraged Hungarians to vote for him.
- Hungary's parliament has 199 seats, with 106 elected directly and 93 given to parties based on votes.
