Several factors are hindering Conor McGregor`s potential presidential bid in Ireland.
The UFC star has increasingly distanced himself from fighting in recent years, with his last bout being in 2021 when he fractured his leg against Dustin Poirier.
Instead of a fight with Michael Chandler, which was cancelled due to injury, McGregor is now considering a political career.
McGregor aspires to become the Irish president and discussed immigration issues with former U.S. President Donald Trump on St. Patrick`s Day.
Despite public enthusiasm for a `President McGregor`, his presidential ambitions face immediate challenges.
What Prevents Conor McGregor from Presidential Candidacy?
Tucker Carlson interviewed McGregor, referring to him as `the most famous living Irishman,` asking about the obstacles to his presidential run.
“There are stipulations,” McGregor explained.
“To run, you need nominations from four government-controlled county councils or 20 nominations from the Oireachtas, mostly party affiliates.”
“You can`t simply decide to run,” McGregor stated.
“So, is it really a democracy?” Carlson questioned.
“We are not a democratic country,” McGregor responded.
Ireland operates as a parliamentary republic with a President, Prime Minister (Taoiseach), and Parliament (Oireachtas).
Conor McGregor: Ireland Nearing Loss of Irish Identity
Conor McGregor, from Crumlin, is the first and only Irish UFC champion in two divisions. He won the featherweight title in 2015 against Jose Aldo and the lightweight title against Eddie Alvarez the following year.
After a successful UFC career, McGregor hinted at retirement to pursue a seven-year presidential term, should he succeed.
One of his primary concerns for Ireland is “overspending.”
“Public funds are being mismanaged, enriching individuals and causing uncontrolled mass migration, which is altering our nation’s character.”
“Ireland is on the verge of losing its Irish identity, and we must prevent this.”
Conor McGregor`s prior remarks on immigration were criticized by Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin after McGregor`s White House visit on St. Patrick`s Day. Martin stated on social media that McGregor`s views “do not represent the opinions of the Irish people.”
Rupert Hartwell