Polish President Andrzej Duda supports claims of a “creeping coup” against Tusk’s government, warning of threats to democracy and potential election unrest.
Presidential Criticism of Government Actions
Polish President Andrzej Duda has strongly supported the statement by Constitutional Tribunal (TK) President Mariusz Święczkowski, who accused Donald Tusk’s government of orchestrating a “creeping coup.” In an interview with Kanał Zero, Duda asserted that Święczkowski, an experienced prosecutor, had no difficulty identifying legal violations in the government’s refusal to recognize TK rulings. He accused the ruling coalition of selectively accepting judicial decisions, highlighting their endorsement of the Supreme Court’s approval of election results while rejecting other rulings.
Concerns Over Future Elections
Duda also expressed fears about the integrity of Poland’s democratic process, drawing parallels to Romania’s political struggles. He questioned whether only EU-approved candidates could win elections and criticized the EU for blocking Poland’s recovery funds over political disagreements. Warning of potential unrest, the president suggested that defending election results might require action beyond legal frameworks. His statements highlight the growing tensions between Poland’s conservative opposition and the ruling pro-EU coalition, raising concerns about the country’s political stability.