N. Cesiulis, the mayor of Alytus, voiced strong criticism of the current political climate during a recent press conference. He emphasized a lack of compatibility with R. Žemaitaitis, stating that the social democrats are facing challenging circumstances as reflected in declining ratings and a tense political atmosphere. Cesiulis described the situation as 'heating up' and labeled it 'thankless', indicating a pervasive sense of frustration within the local party ranks.

During the conference, Cesiulis referenced previous statements made by Prime Minister I. Ruginiene, who has similarly acknowledged that their patience with the coalition is wearing thin. He reiterated her viewpoint about their frustrations, referring to a metaphorical 'cup' that has become overflowing, suggesting that the coalition's stability is increasingly precarious. This builds upon ongoing discussions about the sustainability of their political alliances as conditions worsen.

Further, when questioned about any backlash from his public criticism regarding the coalition's structure, Cesiulis appeared to affirm his position, noting that the competence of current alliances is being called into question. His remarks suggest a need for significant changes in leadership dynamics within the coalition to address the growing discontent among party members and voters in Lithuania.