Tisza government

Péter Magyar, Hungary's prime minister-elect, has vowed to suspend state media, which he described as a "propaganda machine," upon his government's assumption of power in mid-May. This move signals a significant shift following Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure. Concurrently, Hungary's parliament has elected András Baka, a former judge and ex-head of the Supreme Court, as the new head of state. While the presidential role is largely ceremonial, Baka's appointment, especially given his past removal by Orbán, suggests potential for a tempestuous period. These developments indicate a period of transition and reform in Hungarian politics, with a focus on media independence and potentially a reevaluation of judicial and governmental structures. The incoming government's actions are highly anticipated as they aim to dismantle what they perceive as the previous administration's control over public information and state institutions.