Micheál Martin is set to throw his full weight behind Jim Gavin as his pick for president. Several Fianna Fáil ministers, including Dara Calleary and James Browne, have publicly backed Gavin, with Calleary and Browne among the latest ministers to do so. A backbench revolt is supporting rival Billy Kelleher, creating internal party tension over the presidential nomination. Mr Martin continued to contact TDs throughout yesterday as he prepared to publicly endorse Gavin. The public endorsement is expected today. The situation highlights a division within Fianna Fáil between the leadership's preferred candidate and a segment of backbenchers.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to throw his full weight behind Jim Gavin as his pick for president, in the face of a backbench revolt supporting rival Billy Kelleher.
Mr Martin is today expected to publicly show his hand and endorse the former Dublin football manager.
He continued to contact TDs throughout yesterday.
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