Trump committed to Hungarian PM Orban’s success, says Rubio

US Senator Marco Rubio announced during a foreign policy conference in Washington D.C. on Tuesday that former President Donald Trump remains committed to supporting Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's success, citing their shared conservative values and strategic interests in Central Europe. The statement came as part of a broader discussion about transatlantic relations and the future of conservative politics in Europe. Rubio, who has been increasingly vocal about foreign policy since his presidential campaign, emphasized that Trump's approach to European allies differs significantly from current administration policies. According to Rubio, Trump believes in strong bilateral relationships with national leaders rather than multilateral institutions, which has strengthened ties with Orban despite criticism from other Western nations regarding Hungary's democratic backsliding and rule of law concerns. Political analysts suggest that Rubio's remarks signal an attempt to position Trump as a leader who understands the complexities of European politics better than current officials. The relationship between Trump and Orban has been particularly close since 2016, with Orban being one of the few European leaders to openly endorse Trump's presidency and maintain regular contact. This commitment to Orban's success could potentially influence US-Hungary relations if Trump returns to the presidency, potentially reshaping American engagement with NATO and the European Union.