Morawiecki defies Kaczyński, refuses to sign loyalty statement

A significant rift has emerged within Poland's ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party as former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki defied party leader Jarosław Kaczyński. Morawiecki refused to sign a declaration affirming his continued membership in PiS and agreeing to dissolve his "Rozwój Plus" association.

Sources indicate that Morawiecki conveyed his decision following a meeting with Kaczyński on Thursday. He also reportedly stated that politicians affiliated with his organization would adopt the same stance. This development comes as Thursday marked the deadline set by the PiS leadership for members to comply with an ultimatum concerning their involvement in political associations.

The ultimatum specifically targets members of Morawiecki's "Rozwój Plus" association. Earlier, Jacek Sasin announced his own association, "Po Pierwsze Polska," had ceased operations in response to the ultimatum. Morawiecki had previously expressed a desire to remain in PiS while continuing to develop his association, stating his ambition for a "victorious, ambitious Poland."

In a public statement on X, former government spokesperson Piotr Müller characterized the situation as a rejection of "loyalty pledges" and "humiliating declarations." Müller argued that loyalty is demonstrated through long-term work and responsibility, not through forced documents.

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There is no consent from us to sign loyalty pledges, to force signatures, or to make humiliating declarations. Loyalty is proven by years of work, responsibility, and fighting for a common victory, sometimes by presenting unpleasant truths to the leadership. A document pushed for signature is not proof of loyalty.