Orban's Controversial Stances: EU Federalism, LGBTQ Rights, and Romania's Influence

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban criticized the European Union (EU) for its "LGBTQ offensive" and called for the protection of Hungary's Christian roots. Orban, a long-standing critic of Brussels, expressed hope that the upcoming European parliament elections would strengthen governments within the bloc that reject the federalism represented by Germany and France. He also accused the EU of attempting to change the government in Hungary and Poland, both of which have clashed with the EU over issues such as the rule of law. Orban's anti-LGBT rhetoric has increased as Hungary faces economic troubles, with inflation exceeding 25% in the first quarter.