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Orbán and Trump Target Media Freedom Ahead of Elections

4/7/2026

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Viktor Orbán vowed to eliminate 'bought journalists' and 'fake civil society organisations' ahead of the April 12 elections.
His administration has attacked independent media, including stripping Klubrádió's license and consolidating pro-government outlets.
U.S. President Donald Trump has targeted media freedom, appointing loyalists to the FCC and filing lawsuits against outlets.
Both leaders use legal tactics to suppress dissent, raising concerns about media independence.

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Story summary

Viktor Orbán vowed to eliminate 'bought journalists' and 'fake civil society organisations' ahead of the April 12 elections.
His administration has attacked independent media, including stripping Klubrádió's license and consolidating pro-government outlets.
U.S. President Donald Trump has targeted media freedom, appointing loyalists to the FCC and filing lawsuits against outlets.
Both leaders use legal tactics to suppress dissent, raising concerns about media independence.