Poland’s Supreme Court will select candidates for its First President position on February 24, as the Constitutional Tribunal’s potential intervention remains uncertain.
Supreme Court Convenes for Presidential Candidate Selection
The General Assembly of Supreme Court judges, which is to select candidates for the First President position, has been convened for February 24, as reported by DGP through deputy press spokesperson Albert Stawiszyński.
Manowska’s Move Seen as Government Confrontation
The move of First President Małgorzata Manowska is perceived as a confrontation with the government, which may result in hindering or even making it impossible to elect a new First President in a way that won’t cause political controversy.
Constitutional Tribunal’s Role in Question
It remains an open question whether the Constitutional Tribunal will address the matter before the assembly meets, potentially affecting the selection process.
Political Dynamics
Manowska suggests that real influence in the selection process belongs to the prime minister, indicating the complex political landscape surrounding this judicial appointment.