Overview

• Conor McGregor announced his intention to run for the Irish presidency, emphasizing opposition to the EU Migration Pact and a promise to hold a referendum on the issue.
• His campaign follows a controversial visit to the White House, where he met with Donald Trump and criticized Ireland’s immigration policies.
• McGregor faces challenges in securing the required nominations from local councils or parliament members to officially enter the race.
• The announcement has drawn sharp criticism from Irish leaders, including Taoiseach Micheál Martin, who condemned McGregor’s anti-immigration rhetoric.
• McGregor’s legal controversies, including a civil case where he was found liable for sexual assault, have further polarized public opinion on his candidacy.