Viktor Orban Ousted in Hungary

In a historic turn of events, Hungarian voters have decisively rejected the illiberal model of government championed by Viktor Orban.

Peter Magyar, a former ally who turned against the regime, led a grassroots movement that capitalized on economic frustration and corruption scandals.

The defeat has sent shockwaves through the American Republican Party, where Orban had been viewed as a prototype for autocratic power.

EU officials suggest that the change in government could unlock billions in funding for Ukraine and provide a new push for its accession to the bloc.