Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has been criticized for weakening judicial independence, restricting press freedoms, and allowing corruption to flourish in Hungary. Former U.S. ambassador David Pressman argues that Orbán’s deliberate choices have led to democratic erosion rather than democratic backsliding. Orbán’s government has centralized control, targeted dissenters through intense media campaigns, and portrayed itself as a conservative bulwark while engaging in corruption.
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Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil vows to keep fighting after returning home to New York
Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil returned to New Jersey after over three months in immigration detention, following his arrest in March amid protests against the Gaza conflict. Khalil, who remained vocal about his support for Palestine, criticized the U.S. government's actions and vowed to continue advocating for Gaza, despite the Trump administration's efforts to suppress pro-Palestine voices. Need More Context? 🔎
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