JD Vance heads to Hungary to back Orban ahead of Sunday election

US Vice President JD Vance travels to Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orban days before the April 12 legislative elections.

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This visit reflects continued White House backing for the Hungarian leader as he faces a critical ballot.

The trip highlights strategic alignment between Washington and Budapest amid Orban's criticism of the EU, despite substantial Brussels funding received by Hungary.

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