The state budget remains the central issue in Slovak politics as the week concludes. The government initially approved the budget on Monday with a high deficit, violating the constitutional debt brake law. Subsequently, the parliament passed legislation intended to shield the coalition from the resulting consequences. Slovak Minister of Transport and Sport, Rudolf Huliak, elaborated on this second step in an interview with Denník N. The situation highlights concerns over potential obstruction by a dissenting member of parliament, fueling anxieties surrounding the budget's approval process. This sequence of events suggests a precarious situation for the governing coalition in Slovakia as they navigate economic and legal challenges. The debate centers on balancing fiscal responsibility with political maneuvering.