Orbán’s challenger Péter Magyar denounces his ex-girlfriend, expels her from his party
Péter Magyar, leader of the Tisza Party and a political challenger to Viktor Orbán, is embroiled in a scandal involving his former partner, Evelin Vogel. Magyar announced that Vogel had been expelled from the party and reported to the police over alleged blackmail and extortion attempts. The case, marked by secret recordings and financial demands, has stirred significant attention, raising questions about internal party conflicts and potential political fallout. Vogel denies the accusations, framing the issue as an attempt to tarnish her reputation.
Péter Magyar denounces his ex-girlfriend
Péter Magyar’s statement detailed that Evelin Vogel was expelled from the Tisza Party after repeatedly threatening him and other party members. The politician claimed that Vogel demanded HUF 30 million (EUR 73,200) in exchange for not releasing compromising recordings that she had secretly obtained. Magyar admitted that he had hesitated before making the report, given their previous relationship, during which he had even proposed to her. However, he emphasised that Vogel’s actions—which he characterised as blackmail for financial gain—left him with no choice but to involve law enforcement.
Evelin Vogel and Péter Magyar at a demonstration. Photo: FB/Péter Magyar
In a separate interview with Index at the end of September, Vogel countered these accusations by stating that Magyar was “not who he appears to be.” Magyar responded by reiterating that Vogel’s attempts to extort money began in May and included threats to damage his reputation and that of the party. He further disclosed that he had been aware of secret recordings made by Vogel and had already planned to report the matter.
Recordings were made by Vogel
During a press conference held on Sunday, Magyar elaborated that Vogel had covertly recorded conversations involving him and other party members. He alleged that she demanded financial compensation to withhold these recordings from public release. Additionally, Magyar noted that new online platforms, including a website, YouTube channel, and Facebook page, appeared to be under development, with the purpose of disseminating damaging information about him and the Tisza Party.
While Evelin Vogel has denied all accusations, the situation has sparked heated discussions and cast a shadow over the Tisza Party’s internal dynamics. Observers are keenly watching the developments to see how this controversy will affect Magyar’s political standing and the public’s perception of his leadership.
Vogel lives in a rented apartment despite having owned a real estate company
According to Mfor, Evelin Vogel currently resides in a borrowed apartment owned by IT entrepreneur György Vertán, despite previously being part of a company that dealt with residential construction. This family business, Cosy Living Ltd., was established in April 2023, around the time Vogel’s relationship with Magyar became public. Vogel is noted as a member of the “legendary Vogel family”—her father, Zsolt Vogel, was a renowned water polo player who won the European Champions Cup with Újpest alongside Tibor Benedek. Her brothers, Simon and Soma, are also accomplished water polo players, with Soma being an Olympic medalist and recently appointed as captain of Ferencváros’ team.
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Mr. Vertán´s Tigra Kft. does quite well in tenders! Older, but still an illuminating read:
https://transparency.hu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/TI_Hu_tenderbajnok_web_final.pdf
And he appears to really like Mr. Magyar´s exes. So – Mrs. Varga works for him, Mrs. Vogel gets free living…. Very … Odd. Or just very Hungarian?
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Magyar cannot seem to get along with women, approximately 50% of the population. How can Magyar expel his ex-girlfriend from a political party, is he omnipotent.
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This guy’s private life looks like a set from the Jerry Springer Show.
He can’t run his personal affairs; we’re supposed to trust him with the country!?!
@michaelsteiner – “if he can´t run his personal life”… Let´s apply this wisdom to, just for example, The Old Don (Trump) ???
Would positively LOVE to read your take on how he “runs his personal affairs”. Come on. Entertain us!
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Magyar is a jester supported and controlled by the EU.