May
01.05.2025
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Thursday
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Son of Wałęsa Death Day While Nawrocki Visits Trump

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The Polish Army issued a midnight statement denying deployment of Polish troops in Ukraine, calling such reports "fodder for Russian trolls." Morning headlines revealed the death of Sławomir Wałęsa, 52-year-old son of former president Lech Wałęsa, whose body was found in his apartment.

By afternoon, multiple sources reported a Ukrainian patient's attack on a Polish nurse in Pruszków, adding to an ongoing series of assaults on medical personnel following the doctor's murder days earlier.

Sports coverage focused on Iga Świątek's unexpected defeat to Coco Gauff in Madrid.

Evening news was dominated by two political events: Prime Minister Tusk's national address warning that "war is no longer an abstraction" and introducing a "Piast doctrine," followed by the revelation that presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki met with Donald Trump in Washington, with Trump reportedly telling him "you will win."
02.05.2025
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Friday
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Nawrocki Trump Handshake Day While Deadly Teen Drama Unfolds

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Presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki's meeting with Donald Trump dominated morning coverage, with multiple sources reporting Trump told him "you will win." Politicians from PiS framed this as a "game changer" while Foreign Minister Sikorski called it "risky." By mid-morning, attention shifted to the murder of 16-year-old Maja from Mława, with prosecutors charging a 17-year-old suspect who reportedly fled to Greece after the crime.

International news reported Ukraine's forces being defeated in Russia's Kursk region, while the US withdrew from mediating Ukraine-Russia peace talks—creating momentary confusion when the State Department later issued a clarification.

Germany's intelligence service officially designated the AfD party as an "extremist organization," prompting US criticism calling it "tyranny."

Afternoon coverage highlighted Legia Warsaw winning the Polish Cup final against Pogoń Szczecin in a high-scoring match featuring seven goals.
03.05.2025
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Saturday
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Constitution Day Storm Amid Presidential Posturing

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Poland's Constitution Day celebrations unfolded amid severe storms affecting half the country, with hundreds of firefighter interventions reported. President Duda awarded the Order of the White Eagle in morning ceremonies at the Royal Castle, delivering what media noted was his last May 3rd address before leaving office, calling it "a day of Polish pride" and appealing for high voter turnout in presidential elections.

Political tensions emerged as Prime Minister Tusk criticized Duda, saying "the president knew how to celebrate" the holiday, continuing their ongoing conflict. Presidential candidate Nawrocki, after his reported Trump endorsement yesterday, participated in Chicago's Polish parade while opponent Trzaskowski faced scrutiny over campaign missteps.

In international coverage, media reported Germany turning back thousands at the Polish border, Sweden offering payments to migrants willing to leave, and Ukrainian forces conducting what was described as a "historic first" attack on Russian positions.
04.05.2025
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Sunday
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Night Silence When Missiles Fall on Kyiv

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Russian drone strikes on Kyiv dominated morning coverage, with reports of children among the wounded. A Russian deserter revealed threats against soldiers wanting to return home: "You'll return in body bags." The presidential campaign intensified as controversy erupted over Nawrocki's undisclosed apartment, with his campaign claiming intelligence services were being used for "dirty" tactics against him. Meanwhile, Trump declared he would serve two terms if elected.

By afternoon, Romania's presidential election captured media attention, with right-wing candidate George Simion leading in exit polls, prompting congratulations from PiS and Confederation politicians. Polish hip-hop mourned the death of Michał "Joka" Marten of Kaliber 44 at age 48. Later reports covered Belarus conducting military exercises near the Polish border and a significant fire with explosions at a former cotton factory, while Putin continued making nuclear threats regarding Ukraine.
05.05.2025
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Monday
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The Day Nawrocki's Apartment Became Campaign Battlefield

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Presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki's acquisition of an apartment from an 80-year-old man dominated coverage throughout the day, evolving from morning reports into a full-blown political crisis. Nawrocki responded mid-morning, claiming he had "no keys" to the property and was merely helping a sick neighbor, while his supporters accused intelligence services of orchestrating a "dirty attack." By afternoon, the head of ABW (Internal Security Agency) issued a statement calling these accusations "harmful to national security."

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Tusk was evacuated from a stage in the Netherlands after a smoke flare incident, while the 2025 high school final exams (matura) began nationwide. The National Electoral Commission announced reduced subsidies for PiS and Konfederacja parties, further intensifying political tensions.

Evening coverage focused on a heated debate between campaign staffs, where Nawrocki's representative faced pointed questions about the apartment transaction while attempting to redirect attention to opponents' property holdings.
06.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Testament Defense Fails While Nawrocki's Property Puzzle Unravels

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The Nawrocki apartment controversy dominated the entire day's news cycle, evolving from morning reports of PiS losing ground in polls to a full-blown defense operation. By mid-morning, Nawrocki's campaign published his asset declaration showing two apartments, but controversy erupted over a third property. PiS politicians mounted a desperate defense by presenting what they claimed was Jerzy Ż.'s testament bequeathing property to Nawrocki, alongside claims he paid 120,000 PLN in installments over 14 years.

President Duda vetoed the health insurance reform bill, sparking sharp exchanges with Prime Minister Tusk. The European Parliament lifted Grzegorz Braun's immunity the same day he burned an EU flag at a protest.

Afternoon coverage saw Konfederacja's Mentzen join critics calling Nawrocki dishonest, while Hołownia suggested he should withdraw from the presidential race. International news focused on India's military strikes against Pakistan and Inter Milan defeating Barcelona 4:3 in a dramatic Champions League match.
07.05.2025
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Wednesday
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Vatican Conclave Day While Axe Murder Shocks University

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Two international events dominated morning coverage: India's military strike against Pakistan, with reports of casualties and Trump's reaction, and the Vatican conclave beginning with 133 cardinals selecting Pope Francis's successor. Four Polish cardinals participated, with commentary suggesting they reject repeating John Paul II's pontificate model.

Nawrocki's apartment scandal continued evolving, with PiS chairman Kaczyński calling journalists "political functionaries" while defending him. By early afternoon, Nawrocki announced he would donate the controversial apartment to charity, attempting damage control.

Economic news brought relief to borrowers as Poland's Monetary Policy Council reduced interest rates by 0.5 percentage points - the first cut since 2023.

Evening coverage shifted dramatically to a horrific axe murder at Warsaw University campus, where a male student reportedly decapitated a woman. Black smoke rose over the Sistine Chapel, signaling no pope was elected in the first round of voting.
08.05.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Mother Dies By Axe While Pope Rises From Smoke

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The horrific murder at Warsaw University campus continued dominating coverage, with morning reports revealing the victim was a mother of three. The 22-year-old law student perpetrator faced formal charges of murder with exceptional cruelty and desecration of remains. Reports emerged of his unusual behavior before and after the attack, with neighbors noting strange writings on his apartment door.

Political tensions continued around Karol Nawrocki's apartment controversy, with Jarosław Kaczyński announcing plans to notify OBWE about alleged intelligence services' involvement in the presidential campaign. The rhetoric sharpened as Nawrocki claimed Trzaskowski's election would mean "the end of Poland as we know it."

By afternoon, attention shifted dramatically to the Vatican, where white smoke signaled the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. Media emphasized his American nationality, tennis fandom, and dual citizenship as the first U.S. pontiff in history.
09.05.2025
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Friday
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Day Leo XIV Celebrates First Mass While Presidential Debate Burns

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Media heavily covered Pope Leo XIV's first mass, with Radio ZET providing live updates as the American pontiff called for the Church to be "an ark of salvation sailing through the waves of history." His inauguration was scheduled for May 18.

The investigation into the Warsaw University axe murder continued with the court ordering suspect Mieszko R. detained. Prosecutors revealed disturbing evidence that he "wanted to become a predator" through killing.

Political tensions intensified with the publication of documents allegedly proving Nawrocki fulfilled care obligations toward elderly Jerzy Ż. Gdańsk officials filed complaints over the controversial apartment acquisition.

Tusk and Macron signed a Polish-French treaty in Nancy, with Macron emphasizing Poland's growing European importance and pledging military aid if needed.

The evening presidential debate on TV Republika featured heated exchanges, with Nawrocki calling Hołownia "a clown of Polish politics" while Hołownia labeled Mentzen "a selfish millionaire" avoiding taxes.
10.05.2025
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Saturday
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Day Putin Answers European Ultimatum

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The "coalition of the willing" meeting in Kyiv dominated coverage, with PM Tusk joining Macron, Merz and Starmer alongside Zelensky. The delegation proposed a 30-day conditional ceasefire beginning Monday, warning of "massive sanctions" if Russia violates it. The group notably called Donald Trump from Kyiv, discussing the proposal.

The Kremlin initially dismissed the possibility of isolating Russia through sanctions. By late evening, Putin unexpectedly announced Russia's readiness for "negotiations without preconditions" with Ukraine.

In domestic politics, presidential candidate Nawrocki addressed allegations of state services interference in his campaign, telling supporters in Białystok he was "under constant pressure." The campaign became more polarized following Friday's debate, with analysts assessing Mentzen's diminished prospects for making the second round.

International developments included Trump's successful mediation between India and Pakistan, though reports of Kashmir explosions emerged despite the announced ceasefire.
11.05.2025
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Sunday
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Day Putin's Olive Branch Blooms Into Zelensky Summit

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Putin's unexpected peace proposal dominated the news cycle, suggesting direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15 without preconditions. By morning, Zelensky responded positively, calling it "a good sign" while demanding a full ceasefire from May 12. By afternoon, Zelensky dramatically escalated his response, announcing he would "personally wait for Putin in Turkey."

Trump urged Ukraine to "immediately accept" the proposal, while Tusk stated "the world awaits a clear decision." Pope Leo XIV made his first public appearance before 100,000 faithful, pleading "never again war" regarding Ukraine.

Domestic politics remained contentious with Kaczyński claiming "Trzaskowski lies so blatantly the sun is ashamed to shine." The TVP debate controversy continued with Nawrocki's team unsuccessfully requesting a change of moderator.

By evening, Tusk made the startling claim that last year's Marywilska marketplace fire was "arson ordered by Russian services."
12.05.2025
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Monday
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Day Russia's Consulate Burns While Words Ignite Presidential Debate

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Poland shuttered Russia's Krakow consulate, with Foreign Minister Sikorski explaining this decision stemmed from Russian intelligence involvement in the Marywilska marketplace arson. "Stop setting Europe on fire," Sikorski demanded while summoning the Russian ambassador, who promised "retaliation."

The presidential campaign intensified with candidates preparing for the final debate. By evening, the TVP-hosted event erupted into personal attacks. Trzaskowski pressed Nawrocki on his controversial apartment acquisition, demanding he "return the money." Stanowski dramatically confronted moderator Wysocka-Schnepf, calling her "the high priestess of propaganda." Other candidates positioned themselves against the two frontrunners, with Hołownia threatening to exit the governing coalition over a disputed bill.

Economic news featured positive Tauron Q1 results, contrasting with warnings about EU regulations potentially redirecting Polish truck drivers' social security contributions abroad, threatening ZUS funding.
13.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Presidential Debate Embers Fade, Eurovision Flame Rises

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The presidential debate aftermath dominated morning coverage, with media analyses declaring no clear winner while noting candidates' performances. The "envelope incident" became a focal point, with Trzaskowski giving Nawrocki documents about his controversial apartment, prompting Nawrocki to create his own envelope response.

By midday, attention shifted to Polish troops in Ukraine after a Trump advisor mentioned Poland as part of potential "deterrent forces." The Polish Defense Ministry issued a firm denial, with Minister Kosiniak-Kamysz stating Poland would not send soldiers to Ukraine in any peacekeeping capacity.

International developments included Romanian politician George Simion appearing at Nawrocki's rally, prompting criticism from Tusk.

By evening, Eurovision fever gripped media outlets as Justyna Steczkowska performed in the semifinal. The extensive coverage culminated in celebration when she advanced to the final, providing a cultural counterpoint to the political tension of recent days.
14.05.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Child Alert Sounds While Election Security Warning Flashes

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Presidential polls dominated morning coverage with Trzaskowski maintaining his lead despite post-debate criticism. Data protection concerns emerged as UODO launched investigations into both Trzaskowski and Nawrocki for allegedly revealing personal information about "pan Jerzy."

By midday, national cybersecurity agency NASK issued an alert about potential foreign interference in the presidential campaign, prompting ABW (Internal Security Agency) involvement. Meta reportedly blocked Facebook ads following NASK's intervention.

Nawrocki's campaign claimed credit for U.S. chip export restriction changes, with his supporters presenting this as evidence of international effectiveness.

By evening, focus dramatically shifted to an 11-year-old girl's disappearance. Authorities issued a Child Alert, mobilizing police, drones, and search dogs, with RCB sending emergency SMS alerts nationwide.

International developments included Putin approving Russia's delegation for the upcoming Ukraine peace talks in Turkey, though confirming he would not personally attend.
15.05.2025
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Thursday
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Day Missing Girl Found While Election Interference Claims Intensify

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The morning began with news of 11-year-old Patrycja being found after the previous day's Child Alert, with a 24-year-old man detained in connection with her disappearance. A tragic accident on the S2 highway near Warsaw claimed five lives.

Presidential election coverage intensified with just days before the Sunday vote. Karol Nawrocki's housing scandal evolved into a loan controversy, as "Wyborcza" revealed he provided a 20% interest loan to elderly Jerzy Ż. Nawrocki later confirmed the loan but claimed the interest rate "didn't matter."

By midday, dramatic claims of election interference emerged, with competing allegations from both PiS and KO. NASK's cybersecurity warning from the previous day escalated into accusations of "illegal financing" of Trzaskowski's campaign, with PiS filing complaints to prosecutors. Both sides claimed their opponent was attempting to "steal" the election.

International news noted a Russian fighter jet breaching NATO airspace and postponed Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Turkey.
16.05.2025
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Friday
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Day Electoral Preparations Face Digital Storm

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The final day before electoral silence brought intensified security concerns as Russian hackers targeted the websites of Civic Platform, Lewica, and PSL. President Duda formally requested ABW investigation into "disturbing information" about campaign activities, while Kaczyński claimed foreign funds were being used to "steal the elections from Poles." The Meta corporation contradicted NASK's earlier statements about political advertising.

Polls continued to show Trzaskowski leading with 28-31%, followed by Nawrocki at 24-25% and Mentzen at 10-13%, though analysts noted Nawrocki might be "underestimated" in surveys. Poland's electoral commission chief addressed unusual ballot appearance questions and announced final results would be available within days.

International focus included Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul ending without breakthrough, with Moscow presenting "unrealistic demands." Electoral silence officially began at 10 PM, concluding an exceptionally tense campaign period.
17.05.2025
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Saturday
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Electoral Silence Day While Eurovision Final Divides Attention

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Poland observed electoral silence before the presidential vote, with 72 violations reported including two by Civic Coalition politicians. Deputy Minister Myrcha apologized after breaking rules with a social media post.

Russian-Ukrainian tensions continued with reports of civilian bus attacks killing nine people and post-negotiation military strikes, highlighting the fragility of peace talks. Trump announced plans for discussions with Putin, setting a specific date.

The day culminated with Eurovision finale coverage dominating evening headlines. Justyna Steczkowska performed 15th, with articles tracking audience reactions, voting patterns, and competition highlights. Poland ultimately placed 14th, receiving minimal jury points but stronger audience support, while Austria took victory.

Other stories included Pope Leon XIV preparations for his inauguration ceremony, with Vatican security measures increased for the expected 250,000 attendees, and the widow's pension program implementation beginning July 1st.
18.05.2025
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Sunday
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Election Day Two-Horse Race Becomes Far-Right Warning Signal

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Presidential voting proceeded smoothly with 50.69% turnout by 17:00, exceeding 2020 rates despite two tragic deaths in polling stations. The National Electoral Commission reported over 200 electoral silence violations.

Simultaneously, Pope Leon XIV's inauguration ceremony at St. Peter's Square attracted global leaders including President Duda and JD Vance.

Evening exit polls revealed Trzaskowski narrowly leading (30.8%) over Nawrocki (29.1%), both advancing to a runoff. The result showcased unexpected strength from far-right candidates, with Mentzen reaching 15% and Braun performing strongly. This prompted analyst warnings about rising extremism.

Immediate political maneuvering followed, with Nawrocki announcing a "march for Poland" on May 25, reaching out to Mentzen supporters with claims of "saving Poland," while Kaczyński described the results as "better than planned." Hołownia endorsed Trzaskowski after his disappointing performance below Zandberg.
19.05.2025
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Monday
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Midnight Vote Count's Narrow Margins Create Second Round Battle Map

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The first round of Poland's presidential election results unfolded overnight with late polls showing a tight race between Rafał Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki. By 7:29 AM, the National Electoral Commission announced complete results: Trzaskowski secured 31.36% against Nawrocki's 29.54%, with both advancing to the runoff. The election saw record first-round turnout in Poland's post-1989 history.

The strong performance of radical candidates became a central narrative, with Sławomir Mentzen placing third and Grzegorz Braun unexpectedly fourth. Political maneuvering began immediately, with the Polish People's Party (PSL) officially endorsing Trzaskowski by mid-day. Nawrocki announced a "Great March for Poland" on May 25 and characterized a potential Trzaskowski victory as making the president "a notary for Tusk's decisions."

International observers from OSCE issued their assessment, noting "serious problems" with the electoral process, while stock markets responded negatively to the results.
20.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Mentzen Rises as Kingmaker While Debate Plans Emerge

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Following the surprising first-round election results, the presidential runoff dynamics took shape. Morning began with broken debate negotiations between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki's camps, creating momentary uncertainty. By midday, Mentzen emerged as potential kingmaker, inviting both candidates to discuss his eight-point declaration before offering endorsement. Nawrocki quickly accepted while Trzaskowski later agreed to meet without committing to sign.

After renewed negotiations, a debate was scheduled for Friday evening at TVP, with Jacek Prusinowski as moderator. Prime Minister Tusk weighed in, sharply criticizing Nawrocki while describing the runoff as "50/50." The European Court of Human Rights issued another ruling on Polish judges, continuing judicial controversy.

Polling showed a tight race with right-wing candidates holding a cumulative million-vote advantage from the first round. Paralleling the domestic focus, international headlines reported Trump's apparent disengagement from Ukraine and the end of duty-free imports from Ukraine.
21.05.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Actor's Fist Meets MP's Face While Baltic Sea Intruders Appear

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Morning headlines reported Mentzen's conditions for endorsement following his third-place finish, as both presidential candidates courted his voters. By midday, the political atmosphere intensified with detection of a Russian vessel near a strategic Poland-Sweden underwater cable, prompting PM Tusk to deploy the ship "Heweliusz" and schedule an urgent meeting at the Maritime Operations Center.

A physical altercation in the parliamentary hotel between actor Jacek Kopczyński and PiS MPs Dariusz Matecki and Łukasz Ciecióra gained prominence throughout the day. By evening, Kopczyński faced formal charges.

The campaign narrative shifted with Trzaskowski appointing former Duda advisor Siewiera as his security consultant, while Russians reportedly vandalized a Polish monument, drawing sharp condemnation from Foreign Minister Sikorski.

Economic concerns surfaced with reports of IT sector debt increasing 20%, and news of billionaire Solorz losing a family inheritance dispute worth billions. Reports revealed 17.5 billion złoty in state funding to churches over three years.
22.05.2025
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Thursday
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Day Nawrocki Kneels Before Mentzen While Baltic Becomes Confrontation Zone

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The morning began with news of a shooting at the Israeli embassy in Washington that killed two staff members, described as an "antisemitic terror act." Prime Minister Tusk held an emergency military briefing in Gdynia, warning that "the Baltic will become a place of confrontation" following a Russian "shadow fleet" vessel incident near strategic infrastructure.

The presidential campaign was dominated by Karol Nawrocki's meeting with Sławomir Mentzen, where the PiS candidate signed Mentzen's declaration and aligned with most of his positions. Nawrocki revealed he carries a personal weapon due to Russian death threats, and expressed opposition to the European Green Deal. This meeting generated polarized reactions, with critics calling him a "chameleon" while supporters praised his "transparent" approach.

By evening, new polls showed Nawrocki pulling ahead of Trzaskowski for the first time. Tusk hinted at forthcoming revelations about Nawrocki's past, including alleged participation in football hooligan "arranged fights."
23.05.2025
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Friday
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Day Presidential Debate Ignites Over Foreign Ties While Baltic Skies Witness Confrontation

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The morning began with new revelations about Nawrocki's past, including alleged participation in football hooligan "arranged fights" and a property transaction involving a sex offender. Media outlets reported competing polls showing a tight presidential race.

By midday, Polish F-16s intercepted a Russian SU-24 aircraft performing "dangerous maneuvers" over the Baltic Sea, escalating regional tensions following yesterday's warnings about the Baltic becoming "a place of confrontation."

International developments impacted Poland with Trump announcing 50% tariffs on EU goods starting June 1, and Lithuania reportedly preparing for potential conflict with Russia.

The evening was dominated by the presidential debate between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki. Sharp exchanges occurred over foreign funding allegations, with Trzaskowski declaring he "prefers Soros to Orbán." The debate climaxed when Nawrocki approached Trzaskowski with a photograph, making allegations about a "pedophile from Targówek." Post-debate analysis generally favored Trzaskowski's performance.
24.05.2025
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Saturday
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Day of Debate Aftermath as Nawrocki's Drug Test Challenge Meets Trzaskowski's Mentzen Encounter

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The morning media landscape was dominated by analysis of the previous night's presidential debate, with coverage largely split along ideological lines. Liberal outlets portrayed Trzaskowski as the victor, while conservative media highlighted his alleged misstatements.

By midday, Nawrocki challenged Trzaskowski to take drug tests following debate behavior speculation, while news broke that Sebastian M., a high-profile fugitive in a fatal A1 highway accident case, was apprehended in the UAE.

The afternoon featured Trzaskowski's appearance on Mentzen's program, where he responded to the far-right politician's eight demands, refusing to sign them but engaging in substantive discussion. This meeting concluded with the unexpected scene of Trzaskowski, Mentzen, and Foreign Minister Sikorski sharing beer afterward, which generated significant commentary.

Military concerns persisted with reports of Polish F-16s intercepting a Russian bomber, with experts noting vulnerabilities in Poland's air defense capabilities.
25.05.2025
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Sunday
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Day of Competing Marches Draws Warsaw Crowds

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The dueling marches of presidential candidates Rafał Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki dominated Sunday's coverage, with both events drawing large crowds to Warsaw one week before the runoff election. Media reported Trzaskowski's march attracted significantly larger numbers, with estimates showing two to three times more participants than Nawrocki's gathering.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk spoke at Trzaskowski's event, warning that "gangsters want to seize power," while Nawrocki promised to fight for affordable housing and invoked historical figure Witold Pilecki. Both candidates presented sharply contrasting visions for Poland's future.

The day's coverage continued analyzing Friday's beer meeting between Trzaskowski, Mentzen, and Foreign Minister Sikorski, with Mentzen issuing a new statement expressing regret about the encounter. Meanwhile, Polish fighter jets were scrambled in response to a Russian attack on Kyiv, underscoring ongoing regional security concerns.
26.05.2025
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Monday
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Day Nawrocki's Grand Hotel Past Confronts Presidential Race

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The morning began with media analysis of weekend campaign marches, with outlets generally agreeing Trzaskowski's gathering drew larger crowds. New polls showed a razor-thin margin in the presidential race.

By midday, Onet published explosive allegations about Nawrocki's past involvement with prostitution at Sopot's Grand Hotel, triggering an immediate political firestorm. Nawrocki announced he would sue Onet in civil court, while President Duda and PiS officials defended him, calling the reporting "bandit methods." Prime Minister Tusk challenged Nawrocki to file a suit in the expedited electoral court procedure instead.

Meanwhile, Sebastian M., the fugitive charged in a fatal A1 highway accident, was extradited from the UAE and arrived in Warsaw, with Tusk releasing footage of his return. Polish fighters were scrambled in response to Russian actions over Ukraine, underscoring ongoing security concerns as tensions with Mentzen continued after his controversial beer meeting with Trzaskowski.
27.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Drug Test Gauntlet Transforms Scandal Tactics

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The morning began with continued coverage of the Nawrocki hotel scandal from the previous day, with opposition figures warning about the implications of his potential victory. By mid-morning, Nawrocki shifted the narrative by taking a drug test with negative results and challenging Trzaskowski to do the same, a maneuver that dominated subsequent coverage.

By early afternoon, a new controversy emerged when reports claimed ABW (Poland's Internal Security Agency) had previously issued a negative security recommendation for Nawrocki, questioning his unexplained wealth sources. Nawrocki responded by filing a lawsuit against Onet over their hotel scandal allegations.

The battle for far-right voters intensified as Wipler publicly endorsed Nawrocki at the CPAC Poland conference, urging voters to vote "against Trzaskowski." Meanwhile, Sebastian M., the fugitive from the A1 highway accident, was formally charged but did not plead guilty, bringing closure to a high-profile case that had paralleled the campaign.
28.05.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Mentzen's Endorsement Shifts Presidential Mathematics

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Morning coverage focused on new polling showing fluctuating support between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, with American congressmen expressing concern about Polish elections. By early afternoon, Sławomir Mentzen announced his endorsement decision, declaring the choice "obvious" for a candidate who signed his eight-point declaration, while stating he saw "no reason" to vote for the other.

Controversies surrounding Nawrocki deepened throughout the day as reports emerged about his bodyguard facing criminal charges and new allegations about past associations. The campaign concluded with violence at a debate in Końskie, where police intervened after physical altercations erupted. Trzaskowski's absence from the Końskie event drew criticism, while Nawrocki accused him regarding LGBT issues. President Duda defended Nawrocki's campaign tactics while criticizing previous TVP management under Kurski.
29.05.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Violence Allegations Met Foreign Endorsements

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Morning coverage revealed details about Nawrocki supporters carrying weapons including batons and brass knuckles during organized confrontations, with threats made against civilians if fighting was refused. This built on previous reports of campaign violence, now showing violation of hooligan codes.

By midday, Viktor Orban publicly endorsed Nawrocki with "Niech żyje Nawrocki," marking notable foreign interference after Mentzen's domestic endorsement the previous day. Poland's Foreign Minister questioned Nawrocki about accepting such support.

President Duda delivered an evening address urging participation in the runoff, emphasizing voters would choose "not only a person, but a path" for Poland. Multiple polls throughout the day showed the race within statistical margin of error, with some suggesting Trzaskowski leads by less than one percent. Grzegorz Braun announced his support for Nawrocki, completing the pattern of far-right endorsements following Mentzen's decision.
30.05.2025
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Friday
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The Final Campaign Day Before Silence

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Morning polls presented conflicting results about who leads between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, with differences within statistical margins of error. The PiS-backed campaign released recordings of Nawrocki's wife defending her prosecutor career against gangsters, while political attacks escalated with Budka sarcastically suggesting the Kaczyński brothers led football hooligans.

Security concerns emerged as Radio ZET reported the electoral commission sought ABW clarification about Nawrocki's security clearance. Economic news provided relief with inflation dropping to 4.1% in May, marking the first monthly price decline since 2023.

Final polling showed record voter engagement, with 235,000 people obtaining voting certificates and nearly 700,000 Poles abroad registered to vote. Multiple sources emphasized the race remained statistically tied, requiring maximum mobilization. Speaker Hołownia delivered an address calling for building rather than fighting, while campaign silence officially began at 10:03 PM, ending what sources described as the harshest campaign since 1989.
31.05.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Polonia Votes While Homeland Enters Silence

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Electoral silence descended on Poland as the presidential runoff officially began, though Poles abroad started casting ballots with record registration numbers. Early morning brought warnings about potential election fraud, with an electoral commission official claiming possibilities existed for "multiplying certificates."

International developments dominated coverage as Germany's Foreign Minister stated Berlin does not expect Russia's military defeat, while the Pentagon warned China prepares for military action. Highway accidents on the A4 caused multiple fatalities and traffic disruptions throughout the day.

Evening focus shifted to the Champions League final in Munich, where PSG demolished Inter 5-0 in what outlets called a "total demolition." Polish players Zieliński and Zalewski could only watch the rout. The day concluded with concerns about budget sector workers losing promised salary increases, struck from raise lists at the last minute.
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