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Polish President Forms Constitution Council, Tusk Slams Unlikely Draft

5/4/2026

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Polish President Karol Nawrocki appointed a council on Constitution Day to draft a new constitution before his 2030 term ends.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned the move on social media, urging the president to keep the current constitution.
The draft, backed by Law and Justice (PiS) members, faces little chance because amendment needs a two-thirds lower-house vote and an absolute Senate majority, both held by the liberal coalition.

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Polish President Karol Nawrocki appointed a council on Constitution Day to draft a new constitution before his 2030 term ends.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned the move on social media, urging the president to keep the current constitution.
The draft, backed by Law and Justice (PiS) members, faces little chance because amendment needs a two-thirds lower-house vote and an absolute Senate majority, both held by the liberal coalition.