I will not join the new government led by Mateusz Morawiecki. I am a senior PiS politician, and the new cabinet will be formed with a slightly different approach: it will not consist of front-line politicians, which is the political idea, stated Mariusz Błaszczak, the Minister of National Defense, during a Saturday interview on Polskie Radio 24.
Asked on Polskie Radio 24 whether he had received an invitation to become part of the government being shaped by Prime Minister Morawiecki, the minister replied simply: No, I will not be in this new government.
When pressed about whether the reason lies in a belief that he does not fit the role of an expert in an “expert” government, Błaszczak noted that he does consider himself an expert, but that the new administration should embody a somewhat different character.
He added with a touch of levity and modesty that he is, in his own words, a politician from the first row of PiS. He explained that this row is being constructed in a slightly different way; the leadership style will not follow the traditional front-line model, which is the core political idea.
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The opposition’s position
The government is being positioned as receptive to opposition requests, which is why Prime Minister Morawiecki recently outlined security-related demands and acknowledged the opposition’s perspectives. These steps are framed as actions compatible with the Constitution, and the outcome remains to be seen, according to the minister.
Błaszczak has held the post of Minister of National Defense since 2018, succeeding Antoni Macierewicz. Earlier, from 2015 to 2018, he served as Minister of the Interior and Administration. Between June 2022 and June 2023, he was Deputy Prime Minister in Morawiecki’s government. Following the parliamentary elections on October 15, he became the head of the PiS parliamentary club.
Analysts note that the minister’s stance reflects a broader discourse within PiS about leadership style and team composition, signaling a shift in how the party envisions governance and expertise in the executive branch. The framing of an “expert” cabinet appears to be paired with a belief that experience and maneuvering within party structures matter just as much as technical specialization, a balance often debated in Polish political circles. (attribution: wPolityce)
Discussions around cabinet construction have intensified public interest in how future administrations will balance political loyalty with professional competence, and how coalition dynamics might influence policy directions on security, economy, and public administration. This ongoing dialogue underscores the interplay between party identity, institutional expectations, and democratic norms within Poland’s current political landscape. (attribution: wPolityce)
In the broader arc of the current government, Błaszczak’s comments illustrate a cautious approach to cabinet reform. They also reflect internal PiS conversations about the optimal mix of experience, expertise, and the political signal a government wants to send to voters and international observers. The outcome of these debates will likely shape policy priorities in the months ahead, including how the defense portfolio coordinates with interior and security agencies, as well as how it interacts with parliamentary oversight and public accountability mechanisms.
Observers emphasize that the cabinet’s composition may influence public trust, particularly in areas related to security policy, constitutional rights, and the efficiency of governance. The government’s willingness to listen to opposition demands, while maintaining party direction, could test the balance between consensus-building and decisive leadership in a polarized political environment. (attribution: wPolityce)
The political timeline remains fluid as the party contends with both domestic pressures and the expectations of its supporters. The dialogue about an “expert” government and the repositioning of senior figures within PiS suggests a strategic recalibration intended to reassure voters while pursuing the party’s long-term policy agenda. The implications for internal party dynamics and for Poland’s policy trajectory in security, reform, and governance will unfold in the near term. (attribution: wPolityce)
As events develop, the public may see further elaboration on how the new cabinet will be composed, which roles will be filled by non-traditional experts, and how the government will communicate its approach to national security and constitutional obligations. The conversation continues to be watched closely by political observers, analysts, and citizens interested in the direction of Poland’s leadership and its alignment with European and transatlantic partners. (attribution: wPolityce)