The Hungarian government announced a constitutional amendment on Monday, July 13, 2026 [1], to allow the dismissal of President Tamás Sulyok.
This move represents a significant power shift in Budapest. By altering the fundamental law of the land, Prime Minister Péter Magyar seeks to resolve a direct clash with the presidency and dismantle the remaining political influence of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
President Sulyok is a known ally of Orbán. The new conservative government, led by Magyar, is now pushing for the president's departure after Sulyok reportedly refused to resign. Under the new terms, Sulyok must resign within five days or face impeachment [1].
The push for this reform comes quickly after the change in administration. The government proposed the constitutional change less than two months after Magyar took office [4].
While the final announcement occurred this Monday, reports indicate the government had begun announcing the intent for this amendment as early as Monday, June 22, 2026 [2]. The proceedings are centered in the National Assembly in Budapest [3].
Magyar said the reform is necessary to dismantle the political legacy of Orbán [1]. The move targets the institutional remnants of the previous era to ensure the current administration can govern without presidential interference [3].
“The Hungarian government plans to amend the constitution to allow the dismissal of the president.”
This constitutional shift signals a transition from the era of Viktor Orbán to a new conservative leadership that views the presidency not as a neutral office, but as a political obstacle. By creating a legal mechanism for impeachment or forced resignation, the Magyar administration is consolidating executive power and removing the final institutional safeguard protecting Orbán's allies.
