The Sejm's Ethics Committee addressed a case involving the comments made by Donald Tusk last year, specifically the remark 'but a clown' directed at Bartosz Kownacki. This incident occurred on November 18, when members of parliament were considering the election of Włodzimierz Czarzasty as the new speaker of the Sejm. The context involved a heated exchange during which Kownacki was recording another MP's speech while making negative comments, prompting Tusk's response.

The confrontation unfolded as Tusk was reacting to Kownacki's behavior while he was speaking at the podium. Kownacki's derogatory remarks about Czarzasty's biography led Tusk to believe that such behavior warranted a sharp retort, hence his reaction. This exchange not only reflects the contentious political climate in the Sejm but also illustrates the standards of conduct expected of public officials during parliamentary debates.

As a result of this incident, Tusk's remarks were submitted for review by the Ethics Committee, which may impose sanctions in cases of inappropriate conduct. This situation resonates within Poland's political landscape, where such personal attacks can escalate tensions among opposing parties and undermine the decorum of parliamentary debate. Tusk's punishment raises questions about accountability and the treatment of public officials within the legislative framework, particularly in light of the current political climate in Poland.