According to Zoltán Balog's chief of protocol, the Prime Minister's Office should have investigated János Vásárhelyi's affairs before the award.

Klötzl Judit discussed the controversial state award given to pedophile director János Vásárhelyi, highlighting the lack of proper vetting despite prior allegations. The award was suggested by the head of the Social and Child Protection Directorate and approved by Balog Zoltán, raising questions about the oversight process. An ombudsman report from 2012 confirmed sexual abuse at the institution, yet no legal actions were taken against Vásárhelyi. The investigation committee's deadline has been extended, with calls for broader scrutiny of presidential pardons. Tensions arose among committee members regarding the focus of the investigation and the handling of sensitive information.