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Berek’s Nomination Sparks Judicial Crisis | Poland News
Polish NGOs are demanding Maciej Berek step down from his Constitutional Tribunal nomination, citing his close ties to Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his recent role as a government minister — a move they say undermines judicial independence despite Tusk’s pledge to depoliticize the court. The controversy reignites debate over judicial reform, as Berek’s candidacy contradicts a principle the ruling coalition once supported: excluding recent political appointees. Internal divisions within the coalition threaten to block his appointment, while the president retains final veto power —…
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