Bull Breeder with Ties to Slovak National Party Acquired Lucrative State Land

A cattle breeder with connections to the Slovak National Party (SNS), a far-right party that is part of Slovakia's ruling coalition, gained access to valuable agricultural land, raising questions about political favoritism in the allocation of state property. The man is linked to SNS through a former roommate of party leader Andrej Danko, with the connection also extending to shared billboard advertising interests. Despite acquiring access to the lucrative plots, the individual has publicly stated he does not wish to own property and has expressed fears about a potential war with Russia — remarks that appear at odds with his business activities. SNS, led by Danko, has been a junior partner in the government of Prime Minister Robert Fico since 2023. The case adds to ongoing scrutiny of how state land and resources are distributed in Slovakia, with critics pointing to a pattern of politically connected individuals benefiting from public assets.