The latest updates on Presidential polls in Poland are available on Euronews, indicating an uncertain future in the country’s political scene. Currently, Rafal Trzaskowski from Donald Tusk’s Civic Platform party is leading in the polls with an estimated 38.3% average. Following closely behind is independent candidate Karol Nawrocki, endorsed by incumbent President Andrzej Duda’s Law and Justice party. In February, Nawrocki was in 3rd place behind far-right Konfederacja candidate Slawomir Mentzen, who has seen an increase in support, particularly among young voters and on social media platforms like TikTok. Marshall of the Sejm Szymon Holownia is also a contender, leading a centrist coalition that won 14.5% in the 2023 parliamentary elections.
The upcoming Presidential elections in Poland will be a critical moment for the current ruling coalition in Parliament, which has faced challenges in enacting reforms due to opposition from incumbent President Andrzej Duda. Duda, who is ineligible for re-election after serving two terms in office, has been a strong conservative voice in Polish politics. The election results will determine the government’s ability to address key issues such as civil partnerships, abortion rights, migration, and national defense. The last elections resulted in a narrow victory for Duda against Trzaskowski, but with the rise of Mentzen in the polls, the political landscape has shifted to include a competitive three-way race.
The first round of the Presidential elections is scheduled for May 18, with results to be published by the National Electoral Commission. If no candidate secures at least 50% of the vote, a second round will be held on June 1st. The winner will serve a five-year term and may run for re-election. The President-elect will be inaugurated before a joint session of the Sejm and the Senate on August 6. The candidates of the left, Magdalena Biejat and Adrian Zandberg, are polling at lower percentages, indicating a competitive field with multiple contenders vying for the Presidency.
With the stakes high in the upcoming Presidential elections, Poland’s political landscape is undergoing significant changes. Trzaskowski’s lead in the polls, followed by Nawrocki and Mentzen, reflects a diverse range of political ideologies and support bases among the candidates. The ability of the incumbent ruling coalition to address key issues facing the country will depend on the outcome of the elections and the new President’s policies. As the campaign season progresses, more developments are expected to shape the race, with a focus on social issues, migration, and national security. The outcome of the elections will have far-reaching implications for the direction of Poland’s government and its impact on the European political landscape.
