Karol Nawrocki remains the most trusted politician in Poland according to a new IBRiS poll, though Radosław Sikorski has narrowed the gap significantly, ending Nawrocki’s status as the sole leader with a positive approval balance.
Nawrocki’s Declining Trust Margin
Karol Nawrocki currently holds a 46.4 percent trust rating, a drop of 2.7 percentage points compared to the previous month. While he remains one of the few figures with a positive net approval—42.8 percent of respondents do not trust him—he must now share this unique position with Radosław Sikorski.
Sikorski’s Rapid Ascent
The Foreign Minister recorded the largest surge in the rankings, reaching 42.7 percent trust, a 5.3 percentage point increase over April. With 40.9 percent negative assessments, Sikorski has joined the small group of politicians whose positive ratings outweigh their negatives.
Tusk and Other Rankings
Prime Minister Donald Tusk occupies third place with 36.6 percent, down 2.6 percentage points. Over half of Poles, 51.4 percent, report they do not trust the head of government. The rankings conclude with Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz and Grzegorz Braun, both at 16.4 percent, with the latter receiving the highest disapproval rating of 65.8 percent.
Methodology and Presidential Context
The IBRiS poll for Onet was conducted via CATI on May 22-23, surveying 1,100 Polish adults. Meanwhile, media reports analyzing Nawrocki’s first year in office characterize his tenure as a period of persistent confrontation with the Tusk government and a political experiment that has yet to yield a significant electoral advantage for PiS.
Performance Criticisms
Analysts suggest Nawrocki has faced numerous setbacks, including unsuccessful Cabinet Council meetings and the blocking of EU military loans. Reports indicate the president is still searching for a clear strategic direction, with current ratings falling below the typical average for this stage of a presidential term.