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Pro-Trump Candidate Wins Narrow Polish Election

CosmicTaco · 2025-06-02T10:40:14.194206+05:30

- In a closely contested race, conservative Karol Nawrocki won the Polish presidential election with 50.89% of the votes, narrowly defeating liberal Rafal Trzaskowski. - Exit polls initially showed Trzaskowski with a slight lead, but a late poll swung in favor of Nawrocki, leading to both candidates claiming victory on election night. - Nawrocki received support from the US, with visits to Washington and endorsements from Trump allies, highlighting the election's international significance. - The election outcome is pivotal for Poland's future within the EU, impacting its economy, defense, and political alignment with the West. - This election mirrors recent European trends, as seen in Romania, where centrist candidates have also challenged Trump-aligned contenders. Source: [Mint](https://www.livemint.com/news/world/poland-elections-exit-polls-show-near-tie-in-presidential-runoff-both-candidates-claim-victory-top-developments-11748829814922.html)

In a closely contested race, conservative Karol Nawrocki won the Polish presidential election with 50.89% of the votes, narrowly defeating liberal Rafal Trzaskowski.
Exit polls initially showed Trzaskowski with a slight lead, but a late poll swung in favor of Nawrocki, leading to both candidates claiming victory on election night.
Nawrocki received support from the US, with visits to Washington and endorsements from Trump allies, highlighting the election's international significance.
The election outcome is pivotal for Poland's future within the EU, impacting its economy, defense, and political alignment with the West.
This election mirrors recent European trends, as seen in Romania, where centrist candidates have also challenged Trump-aligned contenders.

Source: Mint