In an interview, K. Žuromskas expressed concerns over the unusual behavior of K. Mačieža during the last weeks of his job. He mentioned having frequent discussions and meetings with Mačieža, who appeared to change drastically in those final days, leading Žuromskas to suspect that Mačieža might have been compromised, potentially by financial incentives or some other leverage. Žuromskas questioned whether there was something he was hiding or if he had been influenced by external forces.

Žuromskas recounted a situation where Mačieža made statements during a public event while failing to provide clarity in their private conversations, fueling Žuromskas’s suspicion. This lack of transparent communication raised flags for Žuromskas regarding the integrity of Mačieža’s actions and decisions in the context of potential lobbyist influence. He highlighted the importance of accountability and transparency, especially involving high-ranking officials in sensitive government roles.

The implications of such lobbying and influence in politics are severe, especially within the Lithuanian government framework, which values integrity and public trust. As Žuromskas’s concerns gain attention, they suggest a need for more rigorous oversight of lobbyist activities and their interactions with government officials. This situation could lead to public discourse on transparency policies and regulations surrounding lobbying in Lithuania.