Conor McGregor launches presidential bid in Ireland: 'Nominate me and I will...'

While announcing his presidential bid, McGregor launched criticism against the present government in Ireland.

Published on: Sep 4, 2025, 22:24:38 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Irish martial artists Conor McGregor on Thursday formally declared that he will be running for presidency in the elections later this year.

While announcing his presidential bid, McGregor launched criticism against the present government in the country, saying that it had cost the citizens their “peace of mind, security, and hope for the future”.

“Our hope for the future and the general well-being of Irish citizens nationwide has decerased dramatically,” McGregor said.

He further accused the government of refusing to abide by the proclamation wherein “all children have to be cherished”, saying “homelessness of Irish children” had risen to “levels unprecedented”.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Get the latest headlines from US news and global updates from Pakistan, Nepal, UK, Bangladesh, Russia and US Iran war Live, get all the latest headlines in one place on Hindustan Times.