US Edition'Not a hope in hell': Irish politicians roundly reject Conor McGregor's presidential bid
- Almost all surveyed local authority members rejected Conor McGregor's nomination for the presidency, with only one supportive response from 188 councillors who replied to the Irish Times survey.
- Councillors cited the civil case verdict involving Nikita Hand and McGregor's extreme views as reasons for their opposition.
- Dublin City Council's protocol committee met to discuss how to respond to a potential nomination from McGregor, according to Councillor Mannix Flynn, who stated, 'I believe what we have here is a recipe for disaster and the undermining of the offices of the local authority and, even more, the office of the President.'
- Frances Black has expressed openness to considering a presidential nomination but stated she is not actively seeking it.
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The Blaze'Misogynist' and 'moronic': Irish politicians ramp up attacks on Conor McGregor over presidential run
Members of Irish parliament threw insults and derogatory remarks at UFC legend Conor McGregor when asked if they would support a nomination of the fighter for president.McGregor has focused on mass immigration, public safety, and over-taxation in his bid to become the president of Ireland. Since his announcement that he would seek nomination, sentiments among his government have shifted from stating that he is not eligible to he should not be no…
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