Slovak President Pellegrini Unable to Explain Social Media Influencers' Role
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Slovak President Peter Pellegrini faces questions about his inability to explain the role of social media influencers following his presidential election victory. The president, who won the election amid allegations of multiple irregularities, now appears surprised by scrutiny over campaign practices involving online influencers. Pellegrini, a former prime minister from the social-democratic Smer-SD party, defeated liberal candidate Ivan Korčok in the April 2024 presidential runoff. The presidency in Slovakia is largely ceremonial but carries significant moral authority and the power to veto legislation and appoint key officials.