Warsaw, Poland - Supporters of the leading presidential candidates in Poland marched in Warsaw on Sunday, May 25, 2025, underscoring the country's deep political divisions as the June 1 runoff election approaches. The parallel marches occurred as the candidates made their final appeals to voters.
Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski, a pro-government candidate, is in a tight race with Karol Nawrocki. Nawrocki is backed by the Law & Justice party and is appealing to conservative voters. The election's outcome will influence Poland's relationship with the EU and the direction of domestic reforms.
The marches drew large crowds, with Trzaskowski's supporters marching from Bank Square to Constitution Square, while Nawrocki's backers marched from de Gaulle Roundabout to Castle Square. The high turnout at both events underscores the intensity of the political contest and the importance of the upcoming vote.