Poland’s 2050 party faces potential split after leader Hołownia vows not to run again, prompting speculation about successors and coalition stability.
Rumoured Collapse Begins
At least six MPs from Poland 2050 were reported to consider moving to the Polish People’s Party, while others were asked by Civic Platform to test their interest. The party’s spokesperson denied the claims but confirmed that internal talks are ongoing. Politicians comment that such speculation is typical of a destabilised coalition.
Co‑Party Leaders React
The new leader of Poland 2050 expressed early frustration, warning that the party “cannot be broken up” because it is a unified group. He threatened that if anyone tried to siphon MPs from Poland 2050, the coalition would collapse. He reminded that the party had previously agreed with the coalition that no members would be swapped.
Leadership Contenders Explore
The Civic Coalition reported two possible options: a joint list with Poland 2050 or inclusion of several of its MPs into its electoral slate, especially those without past disputes. The coalition dislikes collaboration with politicians such as Michał Gramatyka and Joanna Muka, who left the coalition to join Hołownia’s project. In Poland 2050, the leading contenders for the new chair include Michał Kobosko, Ryszard Petru, and others, while an EU Parliament member considers running but doubts balancing Brussels duties.
Hołownia Stays Firm
The leader of Poland 2050 confirmed in an interview that he will not run again for party chair or in the next parliamentary elections in two years. He will instead focus on his role as vice‑speaker of the Sejm. Former allies note that he once ruled out this possibility, only to later reverse himself when the October campaign began. The next Sejm stand‑off is scheduled for late November, when leadership changes will be finalized.