
EU Commission Launches Infringement Procedure Against Hungary—Again
Hungary’s alleged failure to implement the much-maligned Media Freedom Act is Brussels’ latest excuse for singling the country out for punishment.

Hungary’s alleged failure to implement the much-maligned Media Freedom Act is Brussels’ latest excuse for singling the country out for punishment.

Many countries fear it may be a channel for the Commission to influence their internal politics by moderating content.

In the name of an Orwellian notion of freedom, we risk creating a fragile and dependent market where global platforms remain the uncontested masters.

Despite pledging media freedom, the Media Freedom Act carves out sweeping exceptions that let states target journalists under vague legal justifications.

MEPs made no secret of their intentions when passing the law.

The Media Freedom Act is simultaneously criticized for being a leftist power grab and for allowing disinformation.