# Poland 2050 internal power struggle > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/poland-2050-internal-power-struggle > Updated: 2026-08-26T18:25:39.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 6. By 14 August, discussions regarding Hołownia's role expanded to include three potential political scenarios. Włodzimierz Czarzasty, leader of Nowa Lewica, confirmed that the offer for Hołownia to serve as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Culture has been on the table for approximately two and a half years, though Hołownia had previously declined. A second scenario involves rebuilding cooperation between Polska 2050 and the Polish People's Party (PSL) for the 2027 elections to revive the ‘Third Way’ project, though Pełczyńska-Nałęcz is not expected to step down. A third, more skeptical scenario involves potential collaboration with Mateusz Morawiecki and his association, Rozwój Plus, though circles close to Hołownia have expressed skepticism regarding such a partnership. On 25 August, Hołownia indicated he is prepared to consider reclaiming leadership of the Polska 2050 parliamentary club, provided there is a ‘unanimous decision’ from his colleagues. Some coalition members suggested his return to a primary leadership role could provide stability, contrasting his potential impact with the perceived disruptive actions of Pełczyńska-Nałęcz. Hołownia emphasized the necessity for party unity to overcome existing divisions, noting that the window for such a decision may be narrow, potentially as early as the Sejm sessions scheduled for 2–4 September. Any shift in power would require party members to decide whether to replace the current club leader, Paweł Śliz. On 26 August, speculation intensified regarding a government reshuffle, with reports from the podcast ‘Polityczny WF’ suggesting Prime Minister Donald Tusk may signal Hołownia to join the Council of Ministers as early as a Friday budget meeting. One proposed configuration involves Hołownia serving as Deputy Prime Minister without a specific ministerial portfolio, focusing on improving government communication and combating disinformation. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-26: Szymon Hołownia may join Polish government in potential reshuffle Speculation suggests Szymon Hołownia may join the Polish government as Deputy Prime Minister, focusing on disinformation and communication, amid potential cabinet reshuffles. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/szymon-hoownia-may-join-polish-government-in-potential-reshuffle ### 2026-08-25: Szymon Hołownia considers reclaiming leadership of Polska 2050 Szymon Hołownia may seek to reclaim leadership of the Polska 2050 parliamentary club to stabilize the party and the governing coalition, provided he receives unanimous support from his colleagues. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/szymon-hoownia-considers-reclaiming-leadership-of-polska-2050 ### 2026-08-19: Szymon Hołownia may join Tusk government as Deputy PM Reports suggest Szymon Hołownia may join Donald Tusk’s government as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Funds, potentially replacing Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz and consolidating Polska 2050. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/szymon-hoownia-may-join-government-as-deputy-pm-and-minister ### 2026-08-14: Szymon Hołownia faces three potential political scenarios Szymon Hołownia faces three political paths: joining the government as Deputy PM and Culture Minister, rebuilding the Third Way alliance with PSL, or collaborating with Mateusz Morawiecki. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/szymon-hoownia-faces-three-potential-political-scenarios ### 2026-08-09: Szymon Hołownia's rumored government role sparks tension in Poland Polish Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz has criticized rumors that Szymon Hołownia may join the government as Deputy Prime Minister, a move that would potentially displace her. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/szymon-hoownias-rumored-government-role-sparks-tension-in-poland ### 2026-08-07: Szymon Hołownia seeks government role amid power struggle in Poland 2050 Szymon Hołownia aims for a deputy‑prime‑minister and culture‑minister role while trying to reclaim control of Poland 2050, amid tension with party chair Katarzyna Pełczyńska‑Nałęcz. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/szymon-hoownia-seeks-government-role-amid-power-struggle-in-poland-2050 --- Cite as: Poland 2050 internal power struggle. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/poland-2050-internal-power-struggle