Hungarian President rejects politician's claims, warns against interference

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok has publicly refuted statements made by politician Péter Magyar concerning the constitutional court's review process. Magyar had claimed that the president could not substantively review the 17th amendment to the Fundamental Law.

In a direct response, Sulyok asserted that Magyar's claim is untrue. The President stated that he is indeed able to examine the constitutional amendment based on its content. Sulyok views Magyar's public statements as an attempt to manipulate public opinion and influence the president's constitutional decision-making process.

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The president's assertion that he cannot examine the substance of the 17th constitutional amendment is false.

Sulyok strongly emphasized that any attempt to politically interfere with the president's constitutional powers constitutes a grave violation of Hungary's constitutional order. He underscored the importance of respecting the separation of powers and the president's independent role in upholding the constitution.

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Any attempt at political interference in the president's powers severely violates the constitutional order.