The discussion within the United Right is far from pleasant, yet it reflects a shared aim: to ensure Poland stands firm with measured, rational policies. This perspective came from Piotr Müller, a PiS member of parliament and former government spokesperson, during a televised program on Polsat News. He addressed disagreements within the United Right provoked by statements from Sovereign Poland MEP Partyka Jaki, made during a public meeting in Pabianice. A politician affiliated with Zbigniew Ziobro’s party criticized former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki for perceived concessions to EU rules seen as unfavourable to Poland.
The state of the United Right
Müller dismissed any notion that the United Right was breaking apart or facing internal turmoil. He stressed that he would respond when a Sovereign Poland representative advanced inaccurate positions, and he rejected the idea that PiS had endorsed those positions.
In his assessment, Patryk Jaki had not presented the full context of the PiS government’s European policy. Müller argued that the MEP often conveyed a simplified view to the public, overlooking the complexity of Brussels and Strasbourg mechanisms. He noted that some Sovereign Poland voices, frequently critical of the Morawiecki government, had harmed the public image and electoral prospects of the broader right and the Justice party.
EU policy discussions, Müller suggested, require careful calculation. He expressed a desire for the EU to have veto power over proposals from the European Commission, yet acknowledged that most decisions follow a qualified majority rather than unanimity. Contrary to some right-wing voices, including Konfederacja, he affirmed that vetoes were not universally possible in many EU decisions.
Further, Müller rejected rumors about the collapse of the United Right and denied talk of a new grouping led by Mateusz Morawiecki as groundless. He stated that such speculation was unfounded and did not reflect the current political reality.
He described the ongoing discussions within the United Right as not ideal but purposeful, emphasizing the ultimate objective: to enhance Poland’s assertiveness and rationality. He highlighted the use of tools and efforts aimed at real achievement rather than mere rhetoric about opposing policies without delivering results.
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Błaszczak’s defense
On defense issues, Müller noted that the prior government had significantly strengthened Poland’s defensive capabilities. He dismissed criticism from Marcin Mastalerek regarding EU financing for ammunition production as unfounded, underscoring the achievements in arming the Polish armed forces and improving national security.
The former government spokesperson praised the broad expertise of policymakers who reviewed and evaluated defense policies with a long-term perspective. He recalled the strides made in the arms sector and argued that a longer time horizon would have clarified potential Russian risks even further.
Overall, Müller asserted that the defense sector had progressed substantially under the previous administration, laying groundwork for future readiness and resilience. The emphasis remained on practical improvements and informed decision-making that serves Poland’s security interests.
Source materials and background discussions from Polsat News and other outlets informed these reflections, while the core message remained focused on maintaining a stable, principled stance within the United Right and advancing Poland’s national priorities.