Overview

• McGregor posted a video filmed outside Ireland’s Parliament presenting himself as a candidate and criticizing immigration policy and the government’s handling of child homelessness.
• Irish rules require either support from at least 20 national parliamentarians or endorsements from four local authorities for a candidate to qualify.
• The formal nomination window opens Friday and runs through September 24 under an order signed by Local Government Minister James Browne.
• Despite claiming last week to have backing from councillors, lawmakers and a major party, he does not appear on the official list of candidates who have sought or secured nominations.
• The ex-UFC fighter faces a Dublin civil judgment to compensate Nikita Hands and has drawn public support from high-profile figures including U.S. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.