Overview
- Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien said the vast majority of the party’s TDs and senators support Micheál Martin as leader.
- O’Brien confirmed an internal review of the presidential campaign is under way after weeks of turbulence for the party.
- TD John McGuinness called the campaign a shambles, urged an open discussion within 10 days, and said the party needs a new leader in the not too distant future.
- TD John Lahart said backing Jim Gavin was a significant error in judgment and argued for a conversation about leadership.
- Senator Anne Rabbitte backed calls for scrutiny as McGuinness cited party polling near 17% and criticised the lack of consultation in candidate selection.