Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok has rejected calls for his resignation from Prime Minister Péter Magyar, stating there are no legal or constitutional grounds for his departure amid a deepening political standoff.
Sulyok Rejects Resignation Demands
In an interview with the Index portal, President Sulyok asserted that no legal or constitutional basis exists for his resignation, a demand explicitly put forward by the newly sworn-in Prime Minister, Péter Magyar. Sulyok emphasized that he remains committed to his oath and intends to fulfill his duties unless his service becomes impossible.
Magyar Escalates Political Conflict
Prime Minister Magyar responded via Facebook, labeling the President’s interview a collection of lies and describing the Index portal as a propaganda outlet. Magyar declared there is nothing to negotiate, characterizing Sulyok as a puppet of a failed system rejected by three-quarters of the Hungarian public.
Ultimatum for the President
The TISZA party leader issued a public ultimatum, insisting that Sulyok must step down by May 31. Magyar claimed that during their first meeting, the President did not initially dismiss the request for resignation, though Sulyok has since maintained a firm stance on his constitutional right to remain in office.
History of the Confrontation
Magyar first demanded Sulyok’s resignation during an election speech on April 12 and reiterated the call at the inaugural parliamentary session. The Prime Minister criticized Sulyok’s past silence on the rule of law, arguing that the President lacks the moral authority to represent national unity.