Senator Jacek Włosowicz, after distancing himself from the Law and Justice (PiS) party, expressed his desire to stay within its Senate club amid calls for his departure.
Senator Faces Calls to Leave PiS Club
Senator Stanisław Karczewski stated he no longer sees a place for Włosowicz within the PiS lists and believes he should leave the party’s Senate club, questioning his continued presence.
Włosowicz Expresses Hope for PiS’s Direction
Włosowicz acknowledged disagreements with PiS on certain issues but voiced hope that the party would return to its core program and avoid pursuing voters on the far right.
He defended his 25 years of work for the party, suggesting that if his contributions are not valued, the party should initiate his removal rather than requesting his resignation.
Concerns Raised at Warsaw Social Welfare Home
Residents and staff at the “Kombatant” Social Welfare Home in Warsaw have reported staff shortages, a negative atmosphere, and issues with the director’s management style, with a control report confirming some allegations.
New Senate Club Extends Invitation
Senators from the newly formed Nowa Polska – Centrum club, including former members of Polska 2050 and the Nowa Polska party, expressed interest in Włosowicz joining their ranks, praising his reasonableness and wisdom.
Włosowicz Considers Invitation, Remains Focused on Senate Work
Włosowicz confirmed frequent conversations with senators from Nowa Polska – Centrum, expressing gratitude for their invitation but stating his recent statements regarding the SAFE program and budget were not linked to considering a change in political affiliation.
Włosowicz’s Past Political Affiliations
Włosowicz was a member of PiS from 2002 to 2011, later joining Solidarna Polska, founded by Zbigniew Ziobro after leaving PiS, before being excluded in 2022.
In February, he was the sole member of his club to support the implementation of the EU’s SAFE defense program in Poland.
