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Family affair: Péter Magyar's brother-in-law withdraws name as Hungary's justice minister

Melléthei-Barna, a lawyer and university peer of Hungary's next prime minister, steps back from the nomination amidst political ties.

Editorial Staff · 2026-05-08 · 1 MIN READ

Melléthei-Barna is a founding member of the Tisza Party.

He served as the party's legal director since its formation in 2020.

His withdrawal raises questions about political nepotism.