At 11:00 AM, a press conference will be held at the Ministry of Interior and Administration (MSWiA) featuring Joachim Brudziński, Minister of Interior and Administration, Mariusz Kamiński, Minister-Coordinator of Special Services, and the commanders of services subordinate to MSWiA. The conference will focus on summarizing the security arrangements for ceremonies, gatherings, and events related to the celebration of Poland's National Independence Day.

Today, a meeting of the EU General Affairs Council will take place. The session will begin with a discussion on the rule of law in Poland. Ministers will also revisit the proceedings against Hungary under Article 7(1) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU). One session is scheduled for 11:00 AM, another for 3:00 PM, and a press conference for 5:00 PM.

- I think we should be glad that the largest march since 1989 proceeded peacefully, that we were able to collectively pay tribute to all those who fought and won Poland's independence 100 years ago. We are very happy that we were able to celebrate the anniversary of regaining independence together. Indeed, there were many concerns about how such a large gathering, such a large march, would go. It must also be remembered that there was very little time to prepare and finalize all the details - stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

- Let's be precise. One EU flag was burned. This absolutely should not have happened, you are right. We saw a dozen or so ONR flags and several flags of Italian neofascists. The far-right, which is a legal party operating in Italy. There were no racist banners and there were a quarter of a million Poles, over 100,000 of whom had white and red flags. You must admit that this proportion is striking - stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

„I expected a large turnout, but 250,000 people is a record. That's an enormous number of Poles who came from all over the country. I also met people from abroad. It's clear that this initiative by the government, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, and President Andrzej Duda was needed and anticipated. Poles wanted a march organized on this day, one that would unite us all, organized by the state, not by social entities” – Minister Jacek Sasin said on Jedynka radio.

„It was by no means, as Grzegorz Schetyna announced, a march of shame. I think it's time to apologize to Poles today for those words, not only to those who were at that march, but to all those who celebrated the centenary of independence in various places yesterday, because the celebrations were not only held in Warsaw” - said Minister Jacek Sasin on Polish Radio Programme I. 

- We all remember the emotions, the tension before the November 11th celebrations. Unfortunately, part of the media also played a negative role here, fanning the flames. It seems to me that this decision, which the Prime Minister made after a conversation with the President – one could say – carried certain risks, but was very responsible. In that situation, it was the only way out. As it turns out, it can be described as a success today - stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

“The expectations from the opposition and a large part of the mainstream media that this march would be something to compromise Poland, something detrimental, these expectations have not been met, have not been fulfilled. An attempt is being made today to forcefully claim that some incidents occurred during this march. Of course, with such a large gathering, there will always be individuals who behave inappropriately” - said Minister Jacek Sasin on Radio Jedynka.

- I don't know the stage of the analyses [regarding the Supreme Court and the CJEU ruling]. I don't consider it a step backward or forward. We are currently analyzing what further actions should be taken following the CJEU's decision. To my knowledge, [it is at the stage of] analysis, but please ask the Ministry of Justice – stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

- We are talking as PiS with various circles. Non-Party Local Government Officials are our very important partner. Excellent program discussions, because we are primarily talking about the development of Lower Silesia. Positions on how each will function within the provincial government - of course, this is a discussion that cannot be avoided. I hope we are very close to reaching an agreement regarding the development program for Lower Silesia. The announcement of a coalition or important events should take place not before, but after the event, and above all, all parties should reach an agreement among themselves - stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

- The Prime Minister will certainly inform about government changes if they are to occur. They must happen [government changes related to some ministers running for the EP]. Because indeed, the individuals you mentioned [Beata Szydło and Beata Kempa] and others are thinking about the EP. To my knowledge, yes [changes will happen before the European campaign begins]. But I don't know the exact date. The decision has not been made; it's a decision of the PiS leadership, including the Prime Minister, as he shapes the composition of the Council of Ministers. I don't know [if it will be this year] - stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

- It is better to revere the white and red flag than to burn other flags. It was not necessary and not appropriate, that is clear. At various demonstrations in European Union countries, there are many more such incidents and more flags are burned. In Greece, portraits and likenesses of Angela Merkel are burned. The opposition should not nitpick, because when you compare their commemorations with ours, there's really nothing to compare - stated Ryszard Czarnecki in an interview with Piotr Witwicki on Polsat News' "Polityczne Graffiti".

- Yesterday, I had the impression of a somewhat brazen theft. Regarding the narrative in pro-government media, this march of over a quarter of a million people was attributed as a great success of the ruling team, when in fact it is a great success of the persistent work of national circles - stated Tomasz Rzymkowski in an interview with Beata Lubecka on Radio Zet.

- It was a very big faux pas, a minor political scandal, that Donald Tusk was not welcomed as a member of one of the most important bodies of the European Union - stated Tomasz Rzymkowski in an interview with Beata Lubecka on Radio Zet. - Those were shameful words [about Bolsheviks]. I heard yesterday that Donald Tusk apologized for those words. Firstly, one needs to decide, either fascists or Bolsheviks. That's quite difficult. Of course, in my assessment, Donald Tusk has already started his presidential campaign. He is building a narrative before the presidential elections - he added. Asked if he has a chance to become president, he replied: - He absolutely has a chance. For the Circle of Civic Platform, or the orphans of Civic Platform, who do not accept Grzegorz Schetyna and for whom Donald Tusk was the leader, he is a person who can contend with Andrzej Duda.

“It was a march of many people who decided to come to Warsaw and participate in this celebration. We have the centenary of independence. It was worthwhile to celebrate the Republic on its independence centenary. Nobody was researching people's views there. I am very skeptical about the term 'neo-fascists'” - said Prof. Waldemar Paruch on Radio TOK FM's Morning Program.

“The situation looks quite unfortunate when on November 10th, a hundred years later, Donald Tusk attempts to replicate Józef Piłsudski's maneuver, arriving not from Magdeburg, not from a German prison, but from Brussels. He arrives in Łódź on November 10th and delivers a significant political manifesto. Was it necessary at these times? In my opinion, definitely not” – said Prof. Waldemar Paruch on TOK FM.

"Tusk is a seasoned politician. He considers various scenarios. He will run for president in Poland on the condition that he has a real chance of winning. Today, it is known that he does not. All polls show that Poles do not see him in the role of president. Poles are reluctant to see former presidents and prime ministers return to politics" - said Prof. Waldemar Paruch on the Morning Radio TOK FM program.

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„I would like to inform all Poles that the celebrations, which were exceptional in the history of our nation and state, and in the lives of our generation, namely the hundredth anniversary of Poland regaining its independence, proceeded in an atmosphere of joyful celebration and were safe. As is always the case on such occasions, there were also incidents that should not have happened. Events that qualify for criminal proceedings and misdemeanors” - said Minister Joachim Brudziński at a press conference.

„I would like to very warmly, through the hands of the generals, representatives of the Police, Border Guard, State Fire Service, Government Protection Service, and through the hands of Minister Mariusz Kamiński, express gratitude for the cooperation of the services subordinate to the coordinator for special services, ABW, and the Intelligence Agency, gratitude for this cooperation. It is evident that these celebrations would not have had such a peaceful and safe character if not for the cooperation of all services” - he added.

„Regarding Warsaw, over 250,000 Poles participated in these celebrations. It was the largest demonstration of patriotism of this type. Largely peaceful, despite those unfortunate few incidents. If on such a scale of 250,000 we only had truly marginal and condemnable actions, then immense respect goes to those who participated in these demonstrations” - said Minister Joachim Brudziński at a press conference.

Constitutional Tribunal on 30-fold Limit. On Tuesday at 10:00 AM, the Constitutional Tribunal will consider President Andrzej Duda's request to examine the constitutionality of the amendment to the Act on the Social Insurance System, concerning the abolition of the upper limit on contributions to ZUS. PAD decided in January to refer the bill to the Constitutional Tribunal, with his reservations concerning "adherence to legislative process standards." The Tribunal already considered the request in October but decided to adjourn the hearing until November 13th. VAT Committee. On Tuesday at 10:00 AM, the parliamentary VAT committee will hear from Michał Kanownik, CEO of the Association of Importers and Manufacturers of Electrical and Electronic Equipment for the RTV and IT Industries – Cyfrowa Polska. Candidates for Children's Ombudsman. Until Thursday at 4:00 PM, parliamentary clubs can nominate candidates for the new Children's Ombudsman. The relevant procedure began last week after the Senate rejected Agnieszka Dudzińska's candidacy. This is the fourth attempt to elect a Children's Ombudsman. As we reported on 300POLITYKA, the vote will take place during the Sejm's session next week, in Friday's morning block. Supreme Court Changes. On Friday, the Court of Justice of the European Union is scheduled to hold a hearing of the parties regarding the decision to suspend the application of the provisions of the Act on the Supreme Court. It is possible that the government side will present a concept for changes to the Supreme Court Act this week. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki suggested concessions on Polsat: - By November 19th, we will present some very concrete steps that we intend to take. I hope they will be met with a positive reception. A compromise requires certain concessions from both sides. We will show what we have already done, what we can possibly do, what we are willing to do so as not to violate judicial reforms. Congress 590. On Thursday and Friday, Congress 590 will be held in Jasionka near Rzeszów – a meeting place for representatives of business, science, politics, and legislation. Congress 590 is an arena for the exchange of thoughts, views, and experiences of Polish entrepreneurs, managers, politicians, scientists, and economic experts. - This is the third edition of one of the most important economic events in Poland, providing a space for actions aimed at economic development based on the growing role of Polish capital - announce the organizers. Photo: Supreme Court

- We have witnessed the largest demonstration in Poland since 1989. Hundreds of thousands of Poles, with various estimates ranging from 250,000 to 300,000, or even 400,000. Hundreds of thousands of Poles constitute the largest gathering, excluding papal pilgrimages, since 1989. They came to celebrate independence at the ninth Independence March, which – of course – annually draws tens of thousands to over a hundred thousand participants – stated Robert Winnicki at a briefing in front of the Sejm.

- I would like to sincerely thank all those media outlets that reported on our march, although the coverage was not always accurate across all media. We thank those journalists, those media outlets, television stations, online platforms, and radio stations that truly strived to capture the full essence of the march. Unfortunately, I must state that state television presented the most manipulated report of the day, public television, and we lament this unfortunate fact – he added.

- We must thank the government for not hindering hundreds of thousands of Poles from demonstrating, and we know that previous governments were capable of significantly hindering them. So, we thank the government of the Republic of Poland for not hindering hundreds of thousands of Poles from demonstrating that day in Warsaw - stated Robert Winnicki at a briefing before the Sejm.

"If no charges have been filed to this day, and you ask me if I, as a politician, would ban or prohibit anyone from demonstrating or functioning at all, it would truly mean that we are indeed living in a state where Bolsheviks hold power" - Minister Joachim Brudziński responded to Anita Werner's question on TVN24 regarding the lack of charges for participants of last year's Independence March and the potential delegalization of ONR.

"The truth is that we are a democratic state of law, and those who direct such epithets at Poles or the government might themselves harbor a mentality that occupies their minds" - stated Minister Joachim Brudziński on "Fakty po Faktach" on TVN24.

Michał Dworczyk, Head of the Prime Minister's Chancellery, stated on Twitter that no government reshuffles are currently planned. He also added that decisions regarding the lists for the European Parliament elections have not yet been made.

This statement comes amidst speculation about potential changes within the Polish government and the composition of candidate lists for upcoming European elections. Dworczyk's remarks aim to clarify the current situation and manage public expectations.

The full statement can be found at: https://twitter.com/michaldworczyk/status/1062085993518501888