Polish Prosecution Office counters Gazeta Wyborcza on Dworczyk emails and political framing
The National Prosecutor’s Office responded to recent claims by Gazeta Wyborcza, labeling several assertions as incorrect and emphasizing that no charges have been filed against the Prime Minister or other ministers in connection with the email leak from Michał Dworczyk’s mailbox. The response follows an interpellation from a KO member of parliament and the unfolding discussion around emails allegedly tied to the minister.
The newspaper’s Monday issue suggested that the prosecutor general was examining three separate investigations into the leak of Dworczyk’s emails. The article hinted that the inquiry could reach Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and his close circle, quoting Wojciech Czuchnowski and presenting a view that the investigation might be used to pressure the government. Gazeta Wyborcza argued that the inquiry plan, approved by the Barski team, listed several senior aides and possibly Morawiecki himself as future suspects. This framing, the paper claimed, pointed toward a broader effort to chip away at the unity of the United Right. [Citation: wPolityce]
Observers noted that the piece appeared to serve a political purpose, casting Ziobro’s office as ready to mobilize legal actions to complicate the Prime Minister’s team. A KO parliament member quoted by the paper suggested that the move sought to influence public opinion and fracture support for the governing coalition.
In response, the National Prosecutor’s Office released a statement denying the sensational elements of the article. It asserted that the publication entitled Gazeta Wyborcza and the headline about Ziobro threatening with emails contained inaccurate information about ongoing proceedings. The office clarified that no suspect had been designated in the matter described by Czuchnowski, and that the proceedings target a case rather than acting against specific individuals. The claim that a formal investigation plan would list the Prime Minister and ministers or that such a plan had been approved by the national prosecutor was deemed untrue. [Citation: wPolityce]
According to the prosecution, standard investigative steps are being carried out in the described matters, and no steps indicate the framing of charges against the Prime Minister or his cabinet. The office argued that the publication misled readers and could distort public opinion, underscoring the media’s responsibility to provide reliable information. It urged media representatives not to reproduce false statements about Gazeta Wyborcza and asked for the removal of incorrect information from its site. [Citation: wPolityce]
Analysts observed a pattern where controversial claims from the newspaper often prompt political commentary and counterclaims from government sources. The situation highlighted the ongoing tension between media reporting and official statements in a high-stakes political environment. Critics warned that misleading coverage could undermine trust in public institutions while supporters argued that vigorous scrutiny is essential for democratic accountability. [Citation: wPolityce]
As coverage continued, readers were reminded that the investigation concerns the handling of emails in the Dworczyk case rather than direct action against the Prime Minister. The discourse centered on whether the reporting accurately reflected the scope and status of inquiries and whether the political context shaped the narrative around the case. Gazeta Wyborcza was urged to reassess its reporting to ensure factual accuracy, while readers were encouraged to seek official updates through established channels. [Citation: wPolityce]
In a broader sense, the episode illustrates how media narratives can intersect with legal processes, producing headlines that prompt rapid political interpretation. The National Prosecutor’s Office continues to conduct its proceedings with a focus on the facts and the lawful handling of the case, separate from any attempt to influence political outcomes. The public is urged to evaluate information from multiple sources and to rely on official statements for accurate guidance. [Citation: wPolityce]
Source notes and subsequent updates were provided to clarify the official position and to prevent the spread of misinterpretations surrounding the Dworczyk email matter. The evolving coverage remains a reminder of the delicate balance between journalism and judicial processes in the political arena. [Citation: wPolityce]