Conor McGregor says he is the ‘only logical choice’ for President of Ireland
Michael D Higgins leaves his role in 2025. Conor McGregor has said that he is the ‘only logical choice’ for President of Ireland. The MMA fighter took to social media outlying his plans if he was to be voted in next year as Michael D Higgins steps down. Speaking on X, the 36-year-old said: “As […]
1 year ago
Tommy Tiernan tipped to run for President of Ireland
One political commentator says he would “tick a lot of boxes”. Irish comedian Tommy Tiernan has been tipped to run for President of Ireland in the next election. The possibility was discussed by journalist Matt Cooper and former politician Ivan Yate’s podcast Path to Power, where they both backed the 55-year-old to win if he […]
1 year ago
Several senators and TDs say they wouldn’t back Conor McGregor’s presidential bid
One Senator reportedly said: “I wouldn’t even nominate him to wash the dishes.” Several senators and TDs have said they would not back a bid from MMA fighter Conor McGregor to become President of Ireland, according to a new report. Earlier this week, McGregor – who is reportedly being investigated by the Gardaí for alleged […]
2 years ago
Conor McGregor lays out shock plan to run for President of Ireland
Michael D Higgins leaves his role in 2025. Conor McGregor has signalled his intention to run for the Irish Presidency in 2025. The MMA fighter, who is reportedly being investigated by the Gardaí for incitement of hatred following the Dublin riots in November, has written to his Twitter/X followers about his “potential competition”. The 35-year-old […]
2 years ago
TD hits back after Israeli Ambassador reacts strongly to President’s comments
Calls have been made for the ambassador’s position to be put “under question”. A TD has hit back after the Israeli ambassador to Ireland, Dana Erlich, accused Michael D Higgins of repeating “misinformation.” Last week the President said that Israel was “creating a huge humanitarian crisis” and prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s declaration of war reduced […]
2 years ago
Sinn Féin to table motion of no confidence in Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy
The party also plan to announce their nominated presidential candidate today. Sinn Féin has confirmed that they plan to table a motion of no confidence in Minister for Housing Eoghan Murphy this term. This follows weeks of unrest surrounding the housing crisis, fuelled by the fact that homelessness figures are growing month on month. Just last […]
8 years ago