Polish poll shows split opinion on PiS prime minister candidate Czarnek

Two United Surveys/IBRiS polls commissioned by Virtual Poland and conducted May 8‑10 2026 with a representative sample of 1,000 adults examined public opinion on Przemysław Czarnek’s candidacy for prime minister of the Law and Justice (PiS) party. The surveys reveal a divided electorate: 40.5% of respondents say PiS should replace Czarnek, of which 27% answered “definitely yes” and 13.5% “rather yes”. Conversely, 39.3% oppose a change, with 25.5% “definitely no” and 13.8% “rather no”. Another 20.2% remain undecided.

Support varies by voter group. Among PiS and Confederation supporters, 48% oppose a change while 40% favour it. Within the governing coalition’s electorate, 40% back a replacement and 29% are neutral. Among opposition voters and supporters of smaller parties, 41% advocate a new candidate, 34% oppose, and 25% are unsure. The poll follows earlier United Surveys research that showed former prime minister Mateusz Morawiecki polled at 44.7% versus Czarnek’s 22.8%. The results have intensified internal party tensions, with reports of Czarnek accusing Morawiecki of undermining his campaign and broader controversy over Czarnek’s public statements.