Dublin, Ireland – March 20, 2025 – UFC legend Conor McGregor has intensified his unexpected campaign for the Irish presidency, posting two bold statements on X that have sparked a whirlwind of reactions. In his first tweet, McGregor declared, “Ireland, the choice is yours and it is an easy one. Vote for me as your President and we will SAVE IRELAND TOGETHER! ,” accompanied by an image of himself in a sharp blue suit and the Irish flag. A follow-up tweet reiterated his resolve: “I am running for the office of President. Undefeated. 2025 is the year. I am the only logical choice. I will dissolve this corrupt and broken Dáil. I will reform this nation. I am Conor McGregor, and I approve this message.”
Ireland, the choice is yours and it is an easy one. Vote for me as your President and we will SAVE IRELAND TOGETHER! 🇮🇪❤️🙏 https://t.co/tLGdPITwnr
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 20, 2025
These posts, made on March 20, 2025, signal McGregor’s intent to challenge the political establishment, leveraging his celebrity status and outspoken persona. As a 36-year-old Irish citizen, he meets the eligibility criteria for the presidency—requiring citizenship and an age of 35 or older. However, the role is largely ceremonial, with limited executive powers, raising questions about whether McGregor’s ambitions align with its constitutional scope.
Ireland must fully implement the EU Migration Pact by June 12, 2026.
So between now and 12 June 2026, several pieces of legislation have to be passed by both Houses of the Oireachtas & then signed by the President.
The next presidential election must take place by 11 Nov 2025…
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 20, 2025
McGregor’s campaign rhetoric focuses on “saving Ireland” and dissolving the Dáil, Ireland’s parliament, if elected, reflecting his frustration with the current government. His recent anti-immigration stance, voiced during a controversial St. Patrick’s Day visit to the White House, has drawn sharp criticism from Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, who condemned McGregor’s remarks as unreflective of Irish values. Supporters on X hail him as “the people’s champion,” while detractors question his seriousness, citing his polarizing legal battles, including a 2024 civil trial where he was found liable for sexual assault.
Political analysts, like Gail McElroy of Trinity College Dublin, estimate McGregor’s chances of nomination as “close to zero,” citing the need for significant political backing and public support. Yet, his posts have ignited a cultural debate, with memes and hashtags like #McGregor2025 trending. As Ireland approaches its next presidential election by November 2025, McGregor’s audacious bid continues to captivate and divide the nation, blending sports stardom with political upheaval.
