Former Prime Minister Leszek Miller caused political stir by declaring on Radio ZET that in economic matters he is closer to the Confederation than to his home Left. The politician also criticized Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty for overstepping his authority and conflict with the US ambassador. This declaration met with a sharp retort from MP Tomasz Trela, who described Miller's stance as illogical and motivated by a desire for attention.

Miller's Controversial Declarations

Former Prime Minister Leszek Miller declared support for the Confederation's economic program, placing it above the proposals of the New Left and attacking Włodzimierz Czarzasty.

Sharp Reaction from Tomasz Trela

MP Tomasz Trela criticized Miller's words, calling them illogical and expressing fear of such a political stance in old age.

Poll on Marshal's Dismissal

Over 62% of Poles in a poll advocate for the dismissal of Włodzimierz Czarzasty after his dispute with the United States ambassador.

Former Prime Minister Leszek Miller became the central figure of public debate after a series of controversial statements on Radio ZET. The politician admitted that in a hypothetical dispute between the Confederation and the New Left, he would side with the party of Sławomir Mentzen. He justified this choice by the attractiveness of the Confederation's economic program, which he rated higher than the proposals of Włodzimierz Czarzasty. Miller did not spare criticism of the current Sejm Marshal, accusing him of, among other things, diplomatic errors in relations with the USA and an excessive desire to control the president instead of the government. These statements provoked an immediate and vehement reaction from left-wing politicians. MP Tomasz Trela on Polsat News expressed deep concern about the former leader's political condition of the SLD. Trela stated that Miller expresses irrational opinions and his support for a party wanting to privatize healthcare and abolish social benefits is incomprehensible. Miller responded to these accusations on social media, suggesting that MP Trela is fighting his own delusions. This conflict deepens Miller's isolation within the ideological left-wing environment. Leszek Miller served as Prime Minister from 2001–2004, leading Poland into the European Union. For years, he has been in strong personal and political conflict with Włodzimierz Czarzasty, which led to his departure from the left's delegation in the European Parliament. Simultaneously, the results of a United Surveys by IBRiS poll were revealed, according to which a majority of Poles believe that Włodzimierz Czarzasty should resign from the position of Sejm Marshal due to the conflict with the US ambassador, Thomas Rose. This dispute escalated after the marshal's refusal to complete a security questionnaire and his critical remarks about Donald Trump. In this context, Miller noted that Czarzasty's stance in the special services committee was unserious, as the lack of security clearance prevented him from accessing state secrets. Yes: 62.4, No: 24.1, Don't know: 13.5 87% — of the ruling coalition voters support Czarzasty„I like the Confederation's economic program. I prefer Mentzen's Confederation to Czarzasty's Left.” — Leszek Miller „When I hear that Leszek Miller would vote for the Confederation, well, that's the kind of old age I fear the most.” — Tomasz Trela

Mentioned People

  • Leszek Miller — Former Prime Minister of Poland, who admitted that he prefers the Confederation's economic program over the Left's proposals.
  • Włodzimierz Czarzasty — Sejm Marshal and leader of the New Left, criticized by Miller and the US ambassador.
  • Tomasz Trela — MP of the New Left, who sharply attacked Leszek Miller for his statements about the Confederation.
  • Sławomir Mentzen — Leader of the Confederation, whose economic program was praised by Leszek Miller.
  • Karol Nawrocki — President of the Republic of Poland, whose decision to send an observer to the Peace Council was commented on by politicians.