In Lithuania, the initiative from the "Awakening" movement to summon the chairwoman of the Central Electoral Commission (VRK) has sparked significant controversy. Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen, leader of the Liberal Movement, criticized this action as a violation of institutional independence, expressing concerns that it aims to exert undue influence on an ongoing investigation regarding party financial matters. She highlighted the problematic nature of calling institutional leaders under pressure, especially when investigations are underway involving the organization making the call.

The implications of such actions raise questions about the separation of powers in Lithuanian politics. The historical context provided by Čmilytė-Nielsen reveals a pattern of behavior by the current chair of the "Awakening" initiative, Remigijus Žemaitaitis, linking back to previous controversies involving the now-defunct party he belonged to, "Order and Justice," which protested against prosecutors during investigations. This historical precedent suggests a troubling trend where political figures may blur the lines between their roles and independent investigatory bodies.

Moreover, the Liberal Movement emphasized the importance of political figures maintaining distance from any investigations, asserting that the discretion lies with the agencies responsible for these inquiries. This situation poses risks to the integrity of electoral oversight in Lithuania, as external pressures can undermine public trust in electoral institutions and their ability to operate independently and effectively.