Leader of junior coalition partner quits Polish government

Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz has resigned from her role in the Polish government and as leader of Poland 2050, protesting a parliamentary vote that defeated a bill to abolish two-term limits for mayors. Despite her departure, Poland 2050 will remain in the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who acknowledged the challenges in working with her. The resignation underscores existing tensions within the coalition ahead of upcoming elections, as smaller parties face pressure to secure their positions. Pełczyńska-Nałęcz's resignation follows a tumultuous year for her party, which has seen leadership changes and internal splits.