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Toroczkai LaszloHungarian far-right politician and journalist
Date of Birth: 10.03.1978
Country:  Hungary |
Content:
- László Toroczkai: A Hungarian Right-Wing Nationalist
- Establishment of Far-Right Movements
- War Correspondence and Resignation from MIÉP
- Role in Far-Right Extremism
- Political Censorship and Controversies
- Leadership in Jobbik and Mi Hazánk
László Toroczkai: A Hungarian Right-Wing Nationalist
Early Life and Political BeginningsLászló Toroczkai, a Hungarian journalist and politician, emerged prominently as a right-wing nationalist. In 1998, he joined the "Truth and Life Party of Hungary" (MIÉP) and became an MP, serving as a parliamentary correspondent for the party.
Establishment of Far-Right Movements
In 2001, Toroczkai founded the "Movement of 64 Counties Youth" (HVIM) and the "Hunnia" movement in 2007. He also served as editor-in-chief of the journal "Hungarian Present" from 2003 to 2013.
War Correspondence and Resignation from MIÉP
During the NATO bombing of Kosovo and Vojvodina in 1998-1999, Toroczkai reported on the events as a journalist. In 2001, he resigned from MIÉP and became a key figure in the HVIM.
Role in Far-Right Extremism
Toroczkai led the HVIM from 2001 to 2013 but resigned when he was elected mayor of Ásotthalom. In 2006, he led an assault on the Hungarian Television building, and from 2006 to 2010, he participated in demonstrations against the liberal government and clashed with law enforcement.
Political Censorship and Controversies
Toroczkai faced travel restrictions to Slovakia, Romania, and Serbia due to his political views. As mayor of Ásotthalom, he initiated the construction of a fence on the southern border and banned public support of LGBTQ rights and the practice of Islam in the town.
Leadership in Jobbik and Mi Hazánk
In 2016, Toroczkai became the deputy leader of the far-right party "Jobbik." Following the 2018 elections, he contested for party leadership but lost to Tamás Sneider. Subsequently, he established his own nationalist party, "Our Homeland Movement" (Mi Hazánk), which drew support from Jobbik MP Dóra Dúró.
