Scandal fighter Conor McGregor will now become president

The Irish sportsman has hinted in a lengthy statement that he may want to run in the Irish presidential election in 2025. This announcement has sparked discussion both in Ireland and internationally. McGregor seems determined to turn his popularity in the sporting world into political ambitions.

As President, I have the power to summon and dissolve the Dáil. As I have said, I have all the answers that the Irish people are seeking from these thieves of the working man, these destroyers of the family unit, these destroyers of small businesses and so on and so forth…

— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) 5 September 2024

McGregor about to change career?

In a recent statement, McGregor made it clear that he sees himself as the most suitable candidate for the Irish presidency. The UFC star stressed that he is determined to represent the interests of the Irish people. He was particularly critical of the current political landscape in Ireland and sharply attacked the incumbent politicians. He accused them of ignoring the needs of the working population and of endangering the quality of life of families and small businesses through their decisions.

McGregor’s plans for the Irish Parliament

McGregor made it clear that as President he would have the power to either summon or dissolve the Irish Parliament (Dáil Éireann). This is one of the few constitutional powers of the Irish President and McGregor left no doubt that he would be prepared to use this power to its fullest. He stated that he would hold politicians who he felt had failed to act to account. If Parliament did not implement his political demands, he would be prepared to dissolve it and force a new election.

Criticism of the current politics

McGregor’s harsh criticism of the Irish government has already made waves in the country’s political landscape. He accuses the incumbent politicians of systematically exploiting the working class and damaging the middle class. Small and medium-sized businesses in particular are suffering from the government’s decisions, said McGregor. He promised that if elected president, he would put an end to these abuses and put the interests of the hard-working population first.

Future plans: politics or UFC?

Despite his political announcements, McGregor’s future path remains unclear. Although he stresses that he is the “most logical choice” for the office of president, he plans to get back in the ring soon. A possible fight against Michael Chandler in the UFC is coming up, and many fans and experts are wondering whether McGregor is actually serious about his political ambitions or whether this is just part of his PR strategy.