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Poland's Presidential Election Heads to Runoff as Trzaskowski and Nawrocki Prepare for a Polarizing Contest

In Poland's presidential election, Mayor Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki will compete in a runoff on June 1 after a tightly contested first round.

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In Poland's presidential election, Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski garnered 31.36% of votes, while conservative Karol Nawrocki received 29.54%. With no candidate exceeding 50%, a runoff is set for June 1. Voter dissatisfaction with PM Tusk's government and the rise of far-right candidates, who collectively secured over 21% of the vote, signal a challenging race ahead. Trzaskowski aims to attract centrist and leftist supporters, while Nawrocki, backed by the Law and Justice party and President Trump, emphasizes conservative values. Both candidates immediately began campaigning, underscoring the high stakes amid allegations of foreign interference and national security concerns.

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  • This election is a critical test for Poland's pro-European Coalition government, which seeks to reverse the previous government's illiberal reforms.
  • Rafał Trzaskowski, the pro-European candidate, leads opinion polls but faces challenges from conservative candidate Karol Nawrocki and far-right candidate Sławomir Mentzen.
  • Increased foreign interference and concerns over the U.S. commitment to European security are key issues influencing voter sentiment.

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The turnout in the first round reached 50.69% by 5 pm on election day.

Rafał Trzaskowski received 31.36% of the vote, while Karol Nawrocki received 29.54%.

Key issues include the health insurance contribution, the healthcare system, and controversy over Karol Nawrocki's acquisition of a second apartment.

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