Let us remind ourselves why we are here and also why we are not here. We are not here to build hatred amongst each other, we are not here to sow division. We are here to commemorate the valiant heroes that went before us.
Asked whether they would nominate Mr McGregor, one unnamed senator described him as "a tacky, moronic vulgarian" while another called him a "cheerleader for misogyny in Ireland" and a "populist buffoon".
Many people mistakenly believe that citizens can petition for a candidate in Irish Presidential elections, but the Constitution does not include such a provision.
"We are trying to create a very different Ireland. Conor McGregor did not represent Ireland in his engagement with President Trump. We are a country that is about making the case for openness, for decency, for respect."
In recent events, Conor McGregor's string of legal convictions and a civil case losing are increasingly under scrutiny, particularly in the context of Trump's endorsement amid MAGA supporters.
In its refusal, Kildare Council concluded McGregor's planned home would lead to undesirable precedents, impacting visual and character amenities. Excessive size deemed incongruous.
A 20-year-old man voluntarily attended Ardmore station on Monday, January 27, for interview in relation to a report of voyeurism in the Rostrevor area in November 2024.
In addressing Conor McGregor's allegations in the U.S., it highlights the complexities he faces as a celebrity athlete while navigating legal challenges alongside public scrutiny.