Pál Sonnevend, the president of the Constitutional Court, promises to restore trust in the institution

Pál Sonnevend has been elected as the new president of the Constitutional Court of Hungary, following a vote by the court's full assembly. He will serve a three-year term. His election comes after the reinstatement of a 70-year age limit for judges, which led to the removal of former president Péter Polt. Sonnevend, who joined the court in July, emphasized the importance of restoring trust in the institution and maintaining its independence from political influences. He has a background in constitutional law and has previously served as a legal advisor to former presidents. His appointment has sparked political debate, with some parties questioning the legitimacy of the nomination process.