Arch Linux has announced the results of its 2026 Project Leader election, confirming that Levente “anthraxx” Polyak has been re-elected for another two-year term, effectively repeating the events of two years ago.
The election included a discussion period on Arch Linux’s internal mailing lists, followed by a vote between two candidates. The Project Leader is elected for a two-year term under Arch Linux’s rules.
A little more about the role itself. The Arch Project Leader holds a key management role but does not serve as a corporate-style CEO. The position guarantees progress when formal decisions are required.
Responsibilities include making final decisions when consensus is not possible, leading the community, enforcing the Code of Conduct, administering financial matters related to Software in the Public Interest, and overseeing broader project management.
For reference, Polyak, a long-time Arch Linux contributor, is listed in the project’s copyright notice with Judd Vinet and Aaron Griffin. His re-election ensures leadership continuity for the next two years.
The official announcement is here, and the rules for choosing a leader are on the Arch Wiki.
