Sweden’s National Agency for Education (Skolverket) provided the government with the results of the latest PISA study four days before the scheduled public release. This decision has sparked internal criticism within Skolverket, raising concerns about potential political maneuvering. The early access grants the governing side potentially impactful information during the final stretch of the election campaign. Critics argue the leak compromises the impartiality of the data and allows for selective framing of education policy. The PISA results, which assess educational performance internationally, are considered crucial indicators of a nation’s education system. The timing of the release to the government raises questions about transparency and fairness in the electoral process. The leak specifically concerns data that could be used to support or refute government claims regarding educational improvements.