Polish Justice Minister Waldemar Żurek was accused of illegally entering the Supreme Court during a press conference, sparking a heated exchange with professor Marcin Stępkowski.
Accusations of Illegal Entry
During a press briefing on Thursday, Justice Minister Waldemar Żurek was alleged by Professor Marcin Stępkowski to have unlawfully entered the Supreme Court building, just after a moment of silence for the late Judge Adam Strzembosz.
Minister Responds, Claims Legal Permission
Żurek said he was invited by the Judicial Council and that his presence was lawful, insisting that the Supreme Court is a public institution open to citizens.
Supreme Court Not a Private Estate
The minister underlined that the Court, built with public money, belongs to society and is not a private estate operated for personal gain.
Conference Focus on Bailiffs and Justice Reforms
The event aimed to discuss the role of bailiffs in the Supreme Court and upcoming reforms announced earlier that week.
Mutual Accusations End the Exchange
After the brief confrontation, both sides returned to constitutional matters, with Żurek urging a return to substantive debate.
