UFC star Conor McGregor drops biggest hint that he will run for president [Ireland]

Mirror UK ^ | UPDATED15:38, 4 DEC 2023 | ByMartin Domin

[Red Badger]

McGregor has been outspoken in recent weeks about the stabbing of children in Dublin which led to violent riots breaking out in the city

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Conor McGregor has assessed his likely competition as he considers running for president in Ireland.

The UFC star has been outspoken in recent weeks about political issues following the stabbing of three children and a carer in Dublin. Riots subsequently broke out in the city when it was claimed the suspect was a foreigner as protestors sang anti-immigrant chants. McGregor's social media posts are being investigated by police for allegedly inciting hate.

McGregor has since accused the authorities of making him a scapegoat, tweeting: “Attempt to scapegoat me all you wish. If it makes you feel better, I will take it." He also released a statement in which he called on the government to act. “I am praying that the streets will remain calm and peaceful. We Irish are known for our beautiful hearts, and we have a proud history of not accepting racism," he said.

"I do strongly believe our leaders must address this issue head-on with serious policy reforms regarding Ireland’s immigration and refugee processes. This is not a time for debate and posturing, our elected leaders must act in the best interest of Ireland’s citizens and our beloved country’s future."

McGregor has often floated the idea of running for office but appears more serious in light of recent events. And taking to social media, he explained why he feels he would be better than the alternative candidates. "Potential competition if I run. Gerry [Adams], 78. Bertie [Ahern]. 75. Enda [Kenny] , 74. Each with unbreakable ties to their individual parties politics. Regardless of what the public outside of their parties feel. These parties govern themselves vs govern the people.

[al baby]

Break a leg Connor

[Gay State Conservative]

The European Union would never allow it. Some years ago Ireland voted in a referendum to reject some big European Union treaty. EU regulations require unanimous approval of all treaties and Ireland was the only member to put it to the voters.

Upon that rejection the clowns who run the EU demanded that another vote be held. And they made sure that the second one gave the desired result.

[MortMan]

Preferably someone else’s.

[Red Badger]

Do not raise the ire of Ireland.....................

[magua]

I know that Irish guys wake up just looking for a fight. And Conor probably is the best at it.I hope he doesn’t have to campaign from jail. Seems to be a trend these days.

[Red Badger]

They want to charge him with a ‘hate crime’..............

[Red Badger]

>I know that Irish guys wake up just looking for a fight. <

The Devil you say!...................

[jerod]

Hmm... Let's see what Liam Neeson thinks...

[ABN 505]

I was one of 8 kids, when I was 10 my dad put the gloves on me and had me fight my oldest brother who was 10. I hated it but later in life it proved to be a life saver as I was able to defend myself and not fear larger and more belligerent people. It gave me the will to face off against anyone and I thank my Dad for that. My Dad was still hitting the small bag in his 80's RIP PA.

[US_MilitaryRules]

That POS is ultra communist/lib.

[Reily]

I don’t think the Irish president actually has any authority. Ireland is a unitary parliamentary democracy.i think all the authors lies with the parliament and the PM. President is more a ceremonial position. Could be wrong!

[dennisw]

Conor McGregor is OK by me, but he’s just kicking up some dust. He will not run for President of Ireland. I remember how this most Catholic of countries legalized abortion in 2018. This was the start of decline.

What percent of Ireland population is immigrants? Hard to find this on the internet. It is crazy that they have allowed in so many Muslims and 3rd worlders. Into their once very pale-faced, lily-white nation.

[Bshaw]

“Break a leg Connor”

Across the face of the EU and their destroyer policies!

[jackibutterfly]

"...when I was 10 my dad put the gloves on me and had me fight my oldest brother who was 10."

YOU were 10, and your OLDEST brother was 10?? How does that work?

[NeoCaveman]

Twins, or Irish twins?

[NeoCaveman]

It is crazy that they have allowed in so many Muslims and 3rd worlders. Into their once very pale-faced, lily-white nation.

You can say that for all of western Europe.

[jerod]

That is true... But he's also 6'3" and Coner is 5'7"... If he stands tall, add another .5"s to his height and he's still a Leprechaun.

[central_va]

I’m 5-8, so to you I am sub human?

[Red Badger]

From my Brave AI:

Summarizer:

As of April 2021, Ireland’s population was estimated to be over 5 million, with just over 65,000 people immigrating, with an estimated 30,200 returning Irish nationals, the highest number since 2007.02 Around 13% or 646,000 of the population are non-Irish nationals, including 180.000 who are neither UK nor EU nationals.1 The number of immigrants to Ireland is estimated to have increased by just above 85% to 120,700 from 65,200 when compared with 2021.0 The foreign-born population accounts for 17% of the total population, with 46% arriving in the last 5 years compared with 22% on average across OECD countries.3