President Karol Nawrocki rejected nomination applications for 46 judges, citing opposition to the ruling party’s judicial reforms.
46 Judges Rejected
Karol Nawrocki declined to sign nomination applications for 46 judges, keeping the list of names unchanged from earlier records.
Grounds of Rejection
The president said he would refuse nominations for those he believes undermine constitutional legality, effectively targeting judges who opposed PiS‑led reforms.
Ministry of Justice Responds
The Justice Ministry received a letter from the President’s office explaining the decision but noted the absence of a justification, and said it would review the list for legal compliance.
Opposition Minister Criticises
Opposition minister Waldemar Żurek condemned the decision, warned it could erode judicial independence, and said the rejected judges may appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.