Former UFC fighter Conor McGregor has announced his candidacy for the President of Ireland in the 2025 election. McGregor, known for his successful career in mixed martial arts, stated that as President, he would have the power to summon and dissolve the Dáil, Ireland's parliament. He expressed confidence in his ability to address the concerns of the Irish people, referring to current leaders as 'thieves of the working man.' McGregor declared himself the 'only logical choice' for the presidency.