Tusk withdraws co-signing
In Warsaw, a growing political friction centers on the co-signature repeatedly involved in controversial acts. President Andrzej Duda spoke firmly, noting that any attempt to withdraw the co-signature by political actors would have no legal effect. He described the situation as ridiculous and troubling, highlighting that the prime minister seems to be signing documents again without fully understanding what he signs, while others question the seriousness of the move.
The prime minister, Donald Tusk, announced a move described in media coverage as a withdrawal of the co-signature. Several reports frame this as a response to a complaint raised by judges from the Civil Chamber of the Supreme Court, citing tensions within Poland’s judiciary and executive branches.
The public discourse intensified as observers debated whether the decision reflects virtue or political missteps. Critics argued that the prime minister’s actions undermine trust, while supporters urged a closer look at the motives behind revisiting this co-signature.
The President outlines the legal point of view
During a press conference held after a meeting with a foreign president, President Duda clarified the legal and constitutional context. He noted that the presidential decree had been issued, co-signed, published, and carried legal effects. The president emphasized that the matter falls under non-administrative issues and is not within the jurisdiction of the administrative court, which shapes opinions on possible challenges.
He also highlighted that the co-signature carries political responsibility rather than being a procedural requirement for issuance. In his view, questioned actions regarding the co-signature do not alter the decree’s formal status, though they do raise questions about political accountability.
Further comments from legal scholars referenced attitudes within the courts and academia. Some lawyers expressed support for the Prime Minister’s position, arguing that attempts to withdraw or cancel the co-signature do not conform to the legal framework surrounding presidential and cabinet actions. The discussion touched on how political processes interact with judicial review.
The president stated that the decree represents an official act. The co-signature, while politically meaningful, reflects responsibility for the policy content rather than the act of issuing the decree itself. He noted that from a legal standpoint, a challenge to the action would not fall within administrative court jurisdiction.
The President’s explanation concluded with a reminder of the legal boundaries involved in these constitutional procedures, underscoring that the current procedures are clear in their interpretation.
The tone of the debate remains unsettled
President Duda reiterated that many observers view the situation as absurd and disquieting. He described the paradox of a leader who appears to retract his own endorsement while reasserting involvement with the document in question. The remark underscored concerns about clarity and consistency in executive actions.
The president also recalled a past period in 2013 involving cooperation between Polish services and a foreign security agency, a moment that sparked intense reactions in the political sphere. The current discussion centers on whether the government should pilot the document through normal channels or reconsider the content in light of new information.
As the conversation continues, the question remains how this sequence of co-signature events will be perceived by the public, the courts, and international observers. The discussion points to ongoing tensions between the presidency and the prime minister’s office as they navigate political responsibility and procedural accuracy.
In closing remarks, President Duda stressed that any move to annul the co-signature through public portals would be legally ineffective. The emphasis remained on legality and on recognizing the difference between political signature and formal issuance.
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Source: wPolityce