In a major development ahead of Hungary’s transition of power, election winner Péter Magyar has revealed that the national tax authority (NAV) has blocked the overseas transfer of billions of forints (millions of dollars) linked to the inner circle of Antal Rogán, a top aide to outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Magyar, who is set to be sworn in as Prime Minister on May 9, 2026, stated in a video message that the transfers were suspended under suspicion of money laundering.
“Protecting the Loot”
Magyar has repeatedly expressed concerns that Orbán’s allies might use their final weeks in power to move assets gained through what he describes as sixteen years of systemic corruption.
“I want to signal now that anyone—whether an authority or a bank—who does not act in accordance with the law and its spirit will face the Hungarian justice system,” Magyar warned.
He also claimed that the bank accounts of several “middlemen” connected to the outgoing government have been frozen, though he did not provide specific names or documentation for these claims.
The Rogán Connection
Antal Rogán (54) has been one of Orbán’s most influential cabinet members and a key figure in the Fidesz party. His international profile is controversial:
- U.S. Sanctions: In January 2025, the Biden administration sanctioned Rogán over corruption allegations, claiming he enriched entities close to the ruling party.
- Sanctions Lifted: These sanctions were subsequently lifted under the administration of President Donald Trump, a vocal supporter of Orbán.
Official Response
While a government spokesperson declined to comment on Rogán specifically, the Hungarian Police issued a statement confirming an ongoing investigation into the “suspected concealment of illegally obtained funds or other assets.” The police statement did not identify suspects by name.
Magyar called on the head of the tax authority to file criminal charges immediately and urged banks to strengthen their compliance departments to report any suspicious activity during this sensitive transitional period.
