Slovak Police Investigate Alleged Illegal Financing of Pellegrini's Presidential Campaign

Slovakia's anti-corruption unit is investigating suspected illegal financing during Peter Pellegrini's presidential campaign. Parliamentary deputy Ján Jovinečko told police that Zuzana Plačková contacted him about Pellegrini and offered around 30,000 euros. Investigators have also summoned other lawmakers including Michal Bartek and Ján Ferenčák for questioning in the case. Pellegrini, who leads the centrist Hlas party and serves as parliamentary speaker, won Slovakia's presidential election in April 2024. The investigation into his campaign financing comes as Slovakia grapples with broader concerns about political corruption and the influence of money in elections. The anti-corruption unit specializes in investigating high-level corruption cases involving public officials and political figures.