Post-Orban, the EU poses an even greater threat to US sovereignty
By Jonathan Turley
Published on April 18, 2026.
The defeat of Viktor Orban in Hungary may have fueled the establishment of a global governance system that is neither democratic nor accountable to citizens. The European Union has been criticized for supporting Orban, who was accused of authoritarianism and corruption. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the elimination of national identity and sovereignty, removing the power of nations to stand against EU policies. This move could result in member states losing control of policy and forcing them to adhere to the EU's priorities and values. As part of this strategy, Von der Leyon has reportedly given pro-EU Peter Magyar a list of 27 demands he must meet before she will turn the spigot back on. The EU has been trying to dismantle national sovereignty and identity in its member states.
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