Parliament Deputy Speaker Criticizes Christian Democrats Over Local Election Term Extension

Richard Raši, deputy speaker of Slovakia's parliament, has accused the Christian Democratic Movement (KDH) of breaking a promise to support extending the electoral terms of local governments. Raši, a member of the ruling Smer-SD party, claimed that KDH initially pledged support for the proposal but has since withdrawn backing. He further alleged that KDH leader Milan Majerský is engaging in political deals with the opposition Progressive Slovakia (PS) party. The dispute centers on a legislative proposal that would extend the current terms of Slovakia's local self-governing bodies, including mayors and regional councils, beyond their scheduled expiration dates.