Taoiseach says he does not 'take much note' of criticism from Conor McGregor following White House visit

Conor McGregor faced condemnation from Irish government officials including Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe after he criticized the government's immigration and public safety policies during his visit with President Trump. Martin emphasized that McGregor, who has expressed intentions to run for president, does not represent the Irish people. The government is focused on enhancing public safety and maintaining accountability, contrary to McGregor's claims of zero action. The incident follows McGregor's recent legal troubles, adding further context to the criticism he received.

"As far as the Government is concerned - it's an elected Government, by the way - and we're very focused on increasing the policing in the public order capacity."

"I don't take too much note of his criticism other to say that he does not speak in any shape or form for the Irish people."

Read at Irish Independent