The latest public opinion data reveals a shifting landscape in political trust, with President Karol Nawrocki maintaining his position as the most trusted figure in the country despite a slight decline in support. According to the most recent findings, 48 percent of respondents expressed trust in the president, marking a 1 percentage point decrease compared to the previous month.
While Nawrocki leads the ranking, this is the second consecutive month that his trust rating has remained below the symbolic 50 percent threshold. Meanwhile, his level of distrust remains stagnant at 38 percent.
Key Shifts in Political Standing
The ranking highlights significant fluctuations among high-ranking government officials. Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, holds second place with 45 percent trust, down 3 percentage points from April. Radosław Sikorski, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, follows in third place with 44 percent, marking a 4 percentage point decline.
Rafał Trzaskowski, President of Warsaw, secured fourth place with 40 percent trust, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Deputy Marshal of the Sejm Krzysztof Bosak share fifth place, each garnering 38 percent. Notably, Prime Minister Tusk saw a 4 percentage point drop in trust, accompanied by a rise in distrust to 46 percent.
Did You Know?
The survey was conducted between May 7 and May 17, utilizing a representative sample of 1,041 adult Polish residents selected from the PESEL register, with data collected through a mix of CAPI, CATI, and CAWI methodologies.
Distrust and Notable Outliers
The data also tracks high levels of public skepticism toward specific political figures. Jarosław Kaczyński, head of the PiS party, occupies the top position for public distrust, with 59 percent of respondents expressing a lack of confidence in him. Other figures facing high levels of distrust include Grzegorz Braun, who ranks second in this category, and both Przemysław Czarnek and Mateusz Morawiecki, who share the third spot for public distrust.
The study also introduced figures who were not included in previous assessments, such as Minister of Climate and Environment Paulina Hennig-Kloska and Minister of Health Joanna Sobierańska-Grenda, who rounded out the bottom of the list with 19 percent and 11 percent trust levels, respectively.
Expert Insight:
The consistent failure of the top-ranked official to surpass the 50 percent trust mark suggests a fragmented political environment where even the most popular leaders struggle to build a broad consensus. As trust levels shift across the cabinet, future polling may indicate whether these declines represent a temporary dip or a more sustained trend of public dissatisfaction with current government performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who currently holds the highest level of public trust?
President Karol Nawrocki is the leader of the ranking, with 48 percent of respondents expressing trust in his leadership.
How did the Prime Minister’s standing change in the latest report?
Prime Minister Donald Tusk holds 38 percent trust, representing a 4 percentage point decline since April, while his distrust rating increased to 46 percent.
Which politician faces the highest level of distrust?
Jarosław Kaczyński ranks first in terms of public distrust, with 59 percent of respondents declaring they do not trust him.
How do you interpret these shifts in public confidence as the political landscape continues to evolve?
