Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok signs constitutional amendment ending his term

Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok has signed a constitutional amendment that effectively terminates his presidency. The legislation was approved by the governing Tisza party, led by Prime Minister Peter Magyar, which holds a two-thirds majority in parliament. This move is part of a broader initiative by the current administration to remove political figures associated with former Prime Minister Viktor Orban from office. Sulyok, who was elected by Fidesz party lawmakers in 2024, stated that he signed the bill because it followed legal protocols, though he remains a critic of the reform. He warned that the decision could undermine the rule of law and the separation of powers in Hungary. The amendment mandates an immediate end to his tenure and establishes a 12-year term limit for future presidents. Parliament is now tasked with electing a successor whose term will last up to five years or until a new constitution is adopted.