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Brussels triggers rule of law mechanism for very first time against Hungary

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Brussels triggers rule of law mechanism for very first time against Hungary

Brussels triggers rule of law mechanism for very first time against Hungary

The Commission is coming after EU funds Orban and his allies are accused of having funneled away to line their pockets.


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