Poland’s Supreme Audit Office (NIK) has launched an investigation into the Institute of National Remembrance (IPN), the country's historical research body, following reports that its director, Karol Nawrocki, failed to pay rent for a guest room. The audit will examine the IPN’s financial practices and resource management. This investigation stems from media reports detailing Nawrocki’s outstanding debt for the accommodation. Critics suggest the unpaid rent raises questions about accountability and the responsible use of public funds within the IPN. The IPN, responsible for investigating communist-era crimes, has been a politically sensitive institution; this new scrutiny adds to existing controversies. NIK's investigation aims to determine if the situation represents a broader pattern of mismanagement or potential financial irregularities. The results of the audit could have significant implications for the IPN’s operations and Nawrocki’s position.