Speaker Stanisław Małachowski opened today's session with a note of optimism, thanking God and expressing pride in Poland-Ukraine's new defensive alliance with Prussia. This alliance, he enthused, restores our standing in Europe and provides a sense of security that had been lost in past miseries due to careless or yielding policies.

We heard a powerful speech by Representative Michał Zaleski from Troki, detailing past missteps of government that aided foreign powers' influence in our nation. Turning our attention to unfinished business, some called for a continuation of a critical examination of these issues.

Representative Dezydery Leszczyński from Inowrocław voiced concerns regarding the trial of Prince Adam Poniński, the Secretary of the Treasury for Poland-Ukraine. Accused of personal wrongdoing during the 1775 Congress, Poniński's case was scrutinized because it symbolized broader issues within the government. He stressed the need for collective accountability, not selective finger-pointing, calling for a clear delineation of charges, if any.

The Secretary of State for Lithuania-Belarus, Prince Stanisław Poniatowski, also faced allegations, prompting discussions on the validity of the 1775 legislation. The Under Secretary of the Treasury remained imprisoned despite an absence of conclusive evidence against him. Leszczyński's speech touched upon issues of fairness and the proper administration of justice.

Secretary Jan Łuszczewski read a plea from Poniński, requesting his release from harsh imprisonment – a sentiment echoed by some Representatives who called for compassion and for past legislation to be forgotten.

However, Speaker Małachowski emphasized the importance of balancing justice with mercy but urged for continued discussion on the matter.

Minister of the Interior for Poland-Ukraine, Michał Mniszech, requested a brief recess before the completion of the ongoing investigation report.

After the intermission, two legislative proposals were unanimously passed: One honored Bernard Zabłocki for his long-standing service at the Berlin Court; the other aimed at ensuring that native nobility would be elected for translation services in Russian expeditions, rewarding the current translator Ignacy Manugiewicz for his faithful service.

With that, the session adjourned until the following day.

Stay tuned, friends, as we witness the unfolding narrative of a nation in search of balance between justice and compassion, securing alliances, and recognizing the contributions of those faithfully serving the Commonwealth.

Topics: Defensive alliance with the King of Prussia; Interpellation concerning historical events and accountability sharing; Defense of Prince Adam Poniński, Polish-Ukrainian Treasury Minister; Memorial addressed to the estates; Ennoblement project for Mr. Bernard Zabłocki; Legislative projects regarding translators for the Russian Expedition and ennoblement of Mr. Ignacy Manugiewicz;

Declaration on the Formation of a Defensive Alliance with Prussia

Hey there, history buffs and politics enthusiasts! Straight from the congressional floor, we've got an interesting update shaping the future of our country folks. On March 29, 1790, some top-tier reps from The Union Congress - talking about those representing Poland-Ukraine and Lithuania-Belarus - came through with a bombshell. These peeps carefully chosen and granted some serious power-of-attorney by the Houses of Congress in the Union, have gotten cozy with Berlin's bigwigs aiming to lock down a bona fide defensive pact.

Now, the real deal is, on March 24, 1790, our own emissaries, fully backed by The President’s authority and that of the Union, put heads together with Count Girolamo Lucchesini—the Prussian ambassador. They penned down an eight-article agreement after some hardcore diplomacy.

Once Congress heard the low-down and mulled over the agreement's framework as noted in the official conference record - which got thumbs up from both parties - The President, with the unanimous nod from the Confederated Houses of the Union, is all in. They're giving this framework the green light, endorsing and officially recommending it.

And so, to our appointed big guns - think the likes of The Secretary of State for Poland-Ukraine Jacek Małachowski, Under Secretary of State for Lithuania-Belarus Joachim Chreptowicz, and the rest of the crew drawn from both Polish-Ukrainian and Lithuanian-Belarussian statesmen - The President and the Union's Houses of Congress instruct you to sign this treaty as presented, partner up with Prussian reps, ink this baby, and send it out for a formal ratification exchange. Chop-chop!

Just a quick note: Alexander Sapieha, The Secretary of State for Lithuania-Belarus, gets a free pass on the signing duty due to some high-priority gigs he's handling. No sweat, Alexander, your absence is excused by the powers that be.

Keep it tuned here for the latest scoops from the congressional diaries. This is shaping up to be some long-lasting power move—history in the making!

Topics: Defensive treaty; Relations with the Berlin court; Mandates; Alliance with Prussia; Foreign affairs delegation; Sejm proceedings; Ratification act; Authorization of senators and ministers; Representation of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth; Marquis Girolamo Lucchesini;