Hungary's parliament has passed a constitutional amendment that enables the government to prohibit public events held by LGBTQ+ communities, a move criticized by legal experts as a regression towards authoritarianism. Proposed by the ruling Fidesz-KDNP coalition, the amendment asserts that children's rights to moral and spiritual development take precedence over the right to peaceful assembly. This law complements earlier legislation banning the promotion of homosexuality to minors. Amid protests by opposition politicians, this change raises concerns about the diminishing state of democracy in Hungary as Prime Minister Orbán's government seeks to bolster its power ahead of the 2026 elections.
The amendment allows the government to prohibit public events by LGBTQ+ communities, signaling a significant step towards authoritarianism in Hungary.
The law passed by Hungary's parliament emphasizes children's rights to moral and spiritual development over the right to peaceful assembly.
Dávid BedÅ, an opposition lawmaker, criticized the government for dismantling democracy and suggested this amendment is part of a broader strategy to maintain power.
Critics argue that Hungary's 'child protection' legislation and this recent amendment infringe on civil liberties and rights for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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