Poland’s Tusk rebukes president over Constitutional Tribunal clash
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sharply criticized President Karol Nawrocki after his controversial appearance at the Constitutional Tribunal, escalating the ongoing political conflict over the court's leadership. Tusk stated in a televised address that the rule of law differs from the law of the jungle, referencing video showing Nawrocki pushing past people, including a female judge, to enter the court building. The dispute began after the court's president was temporarily suspended, prompting protests from right-wing opposition supporters. Nawrocki met with parliamentary representatives on Saturday, but Tusk's Civic Coalition and the Left refused to attend, citing unclear purpose. The European Commission said it is closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing Poland's responsibility to ensure the court operates in line with the constitution and EU jurisprudence.