Poland’s Sejm rejected President Karol Nawrocki’s veto on the Central Communication Port (CPK) bill, with dissent from some coalition lawmakers.
Reaction from President Nawrocki
President Karol Nawrocki praised the Sejm’s decision, calling it a victory for Poland and its citizens. He thanked lawmakers who supported the CPK bill, emphasizing its importance for the country’s future.
Coalition lawmakers’ responses
Leftist lawmaker Tomasz Trela mocked the stance of Poland 2050, suggesting a late-night meeting with Jarosław Kaczyński influenced their vote. Roman Giertych of the Civic Coalition noted divisions within Poland 2050, claiming a united opposition could have defeated the bill.
PiS lawmakers’ comments
Lawmakers from the Law and Justice (PiS) party criticized Prime Minister Donald Tusk, with Paweł Jabłoński hinting at consequences for coalition members who voted against the party line. Mariusz Błaszczak claimed Tusk was losing control over his coalition, calling it good news for Poland.
Tusk and Hołownia address the vote
Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticized Poland 2050 and Sejm Marshal Szymon Hołownia for siding with President Nawrocki. Hołownia later clarified that his party would work on the bill’s flaws, asserting no breach of coalition unity.
