Türkiye Turns on Erdoğan: 67.6% Reject His Candidacy Amid Justice Crisis

A new nationwide survey conducted by Saros Political and Social Research Center in June 2025 reveals a deepening crisis of confidence in Türkiye’s justice system and growing public support for early elections. The poll, which sampled over 11,000 participants, also shows strong opposition to President Erdoğan’s potential re-election bid.

Justice in Crisis: 9 in 10 Say Türkiye Has a Problem

The most striking finding from the survey is the overwhelming perception of injustice.

90% of respondents stated that Türkiye suffers from a serious justice problem, signaling a profound erosion of public trust in the legal system.

Early Election Demand Reaches 71.8%

Public sentiment is also swinging heavily in favor of a snap election.

71.8% of participants said they support early elections in response to the current political climate, indicating broad dissatisfaction with the status quo.

Erdoğan’s Re-Election Bid Rejected by Majority

When asked whether President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan should run again in a potential early election, the public responded with a clear “no”:

• 67.6% said they do not want Erdoğan to be a candidate again.

• 26.2% said they do.

• Around 6% were undecided or did not respond.

These results suggest that two-thirds of the electorate oppose another term for Erdoğan, even if early elections are held.

Wider Implications: Trust, Turnover, and Leadership Fatigue

The poll’s findings reveal a multi-layered public discontent—from judicial mistrust to electoral fatigue. With overwhelming demand for political change and diminished enthusiasm for Erdoğan’s leadership, Türkiye may be entering a critical turning point in its democratic trajectory.