US Senator from Kentucky, Republican Mitch McConnell, harshly criticized the conservative “cult of personality” surrounding Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. In his statement he expressed concern that, in his opinion, Hungary has sided with the West’s opponents over the past ten years.
The Hill writes about this.
McConnell noted that American conservatives who are beginning to form a positive opinion of Orban should not ignore this alarming trend. He highlighted that extremist elements of the Republican Party increasingly admire Orban due to his friendly relationship with former President Donald Trump. Orbán’s harsh immigration policies and anti-quotas for the LGBTQ community make him an idol among the far right.
During a recent debate, Trump said Orban is one of the most respected leaders in the world and highlighted his strength and wisdom. Trump and Orban met several times and discussed, among other things, the situation in Ukraine.
However, McConnell pointed out problems with Hungary’s policies toward Russia and China, noting that Orban not only supports Putin but actively facilitates his aggressive actions.
“He helps him. “His government is interfering in Moscow, paralyzing at every turn European and transatlantic efforts to combat Russia’s illegal aggression,” he said.
The senator stressed that relations with leaders like Orban will not bring any benefit to the Republicans.
“Hungary’s leaders have made no secret of their conviction that the future is American decline. They have made no secret of how they are preparing for American weakness and betting on our failure. There is nothing difficult about bowing down to autocrats. And American leaders “We have nothing to gain, praising those who do this. “Obedience to revanchist forces is not an American value but, more importantly, it is not in the interest of the United States,” he concluded.
Earlier, Kursor reported that Trump confirmed the planned meeting with Zelensky and also showed a letter from the president of Ukraine.
