Child-Abuse Scandal Fuels Orban Resignation Pressure Ahead of Vote

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- Hungarian PM Viktor Orban faces resignation demands after a child abuse scandal at a state-run facility, intensifying political tensions ahead of April elections.

- Opposition leader Peter Magyar leads protests, capitalizing on public outrage and Orban's 15-year governance controversies.

- Government reforms place juvenile centers under police control, but critics accuse authorities of downplaying child welfare issues.

- New laws strengthen presidential protections, raising concerns about Orban's potential post-election power consolidation.

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ARTICLE:Hungarians marched through Budapest on Saturday as thousands protested a disturbing video of child abuse in a state-run juvenile facility, intensifying pressure on Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of pivotal April elections. Opposition leader Peter Magyar, who leads the poll-favorite Tisza Party, led the demonstration toward Orban's office, calling for the prime minister's resignation over the government's failure to protect children in state care. The video, which surfaced earlier this week, showed a former acting director violently abusing minors at the facility.
The footage depicted the official kicking a child to the ground and slamming another's head into a table. The individual has since resigned and been arrested, with police raiding the facility and detaining others involved. The government, however, has faced backlash for its response, with officials attempting to frame the abused minors as criminals. Orban reiterated this stance in an interview with a pro-government outlet, saying the violence was unacceptable even toward offenders.
Magyar's Tisza Party has led opinion polls for months, capitalizing on growing discontent over Orban's 15-year rule and his Fidesz party's erosion of democratic norms. The scandal adds to a list of political setbacks for Orban, including the resignation of Katalin Novak after she controversially pardoned a sex offender. This year, the ruling party has also faced scrutiny over its alliances with Moscow and its obstruction of EU funding for Ukraine.
## Government Moves to Curb Fallout
In a bid to contain the fallout, Orban's government [announced that five state-run juvenile detention centers would come under direct police supervision](https://www.reuters.com/world/hungarys-orban-government-moves-stem-fallout-juvenile-centre-abuse-case-2025-12-10/). The decision was made after prosecutors investigated the facility and detained three individuals. Gergely Gulyas, the prime minister's chief of staff, said the move was necessary as the current system "failed to prevent these crimes." The government emphasized that the reforms would ensure accountability and prevent further abuse.
The abuse scandal has sparked nationwide outrage and reignited discussions about the treatment of vulnerable children in Hungary. Critics argue the government has consistently downplayed child welfare issues while pushing a pro-family image. Magyar, in a separate address, [called on the president to declare early elections](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-12-13/hungary-child-abuse-protest-raises-pressure-on-orban-before-vote), stating Orban had no choice but to resign. His Tisza Party has positioned itself as a

reformist force, aiming to dismantle Orban's rule by exposing systemic failures in governance.

Parliamentary Moves and Constitutional Shifts

Hungary's parliament also passed a law strengthening protections for the president, making it harder to remove the head of state from office. The legislation requires constitutional court approval for any declaration that the president is unfit to serve, a move seen as consolidating Orban's allies in key political roles. The current president, Tamas Sulyok, is a Fidesz ally, and his term ends in 2029. The new law has raised concerns that Orban may be preparing a post-election power structure, even if his party loses the upcoming vote.

Political analysts note that Orban is exploring the possibility of transitioning Hungary to a presidential system, as seen in Turkey and Russia. During a recent meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, Orban reportedly floated the idea. While no formal agreement was reached, the two leaders committed to discussing a new financial cooperation framework, including potential currency swap lines to bolster Hungary's economy. This comes as the country seeks alternatives to frozen EU funding, which has been withheld over rule-of-law concerns.

International Reactions and Regional Tensions

The scandal has also strained relations with neighboring EU members. Poland's justice minister criticized Orban for aligning more closely with Moscow than with Brussels, pointing to Hungary's blocking of EU funds for Ukraine and its refusal to extradite former Polish officials facing charges. Orban has defended his foreign policy as necessary for national interests, despite widespread European criticism. The situation has heightened tensions within the EU, with many members urging Hungary to respect democratic principles and international agreements.

Domestically, public trust in the government is waning. The abuse scandal and recent parliamentary reforms have fueled fears that Orban is cementing his grip on power, regardless of electoral outcomes. As the opposition prepares for larger protests, the political landscape remains volatile, with the April election shaping up as a critical test for Hungary's democracy.

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