EU Sues Hungary Over Controversial Foreign Influence Law

The European Commission challenges Hungary's 'sovereignty protection act' for potentially violating fundamental rights.

Hungary's 'sovereignty protection act' allows investigations into groups with foreign funding, raising concerns over freedom of expression.
The European Commission argues that the law's broad language could be used to target critics of the government, including NGOs and journalists.
Those found guilty under the law could face up to three years in prison, prompting comparisons to Russia's 'foreign agent' legislation.
The EU's legal action is part of ongoing tensions with Hungary over democratic standards and rule of law.
Hungary, currently holding the EU's rotating presidency, has faced criticism for its diplomatic engagement with Russia.