The morning after the White House: Conor McGregor visits US President Donald Trump on St Patrick's Day
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Conor McGregor visited the White House on St. Patrick's Day, engaging with President Trump and addressing significant issues regarding Ireland and Irish-American relations. He expressed his belief that Ireland should be 'looked after' by the U.S. and discussed challenges such as illegal immigration. Despite his legal troubles, where he was recently found liable for sexual assault, McGregor emphasized the importance of Ireland's prosperity for the benefit of the Irish diaspora. His appearance reflects ongoing conversations about the cultural ties between Ireland and the United States, suggesting a need for greater attention to Irish issues on a broader stage.
"It is important for Ireland to have a peaceful, happy, prosperous country for the 40 million Irish-Americans to have a place to visit, to come back to their home."
Read at Irish Independent
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