Presidential nomination for Conor McGregor considered extremely unlikely, according to Tánaiste's remarks
In a surprising turn of events, former mixed martial arts champion Conor McGregor and musician and activist Bob Geldof have found themselves at the centre of political speculation in Ireland.
Conor McGregor, known for his successful career in the octagon, has recently faced criticism for attempting to secure a nomination for the upcoming presidential election. Tánaiste Simon Harris has been vocal in his disapproval, with McGregor alleging that Harris is attempting to smear him by referencing the civil rape case he lost last year.
Meanwhile, Bob Geldof, a renowned figure in the music industry and a prominent activist, has been linked with a potential presidential bid. Reports suggest that former TD Marc MacSharry has been contacting councillors regarding Geldof's potential council support. However, there is no information or indication that Geldof is receiving any support or is a candidate in the 2025 Irish presidential election.
The main party Fianna Fáil is considering other candidates, and Geldof's name is not among them. Several independent hopefuls, including Gareth Sheridan and Nick Delehanty, are expected to address Kerry County Council on Monday.
It's important to note that other councillors contacted by Mr MacSharry clarified that they were not asked to nominate or support Geldof. The contact was for research purposes, not active canvassing or advocacy.
Conor McGregor, who was ordered to pay Nikita Hand €250,000 damages after a High Court jury found him guilty of assault in a Dublin hotel, has urged his online supporters to lobby councillors for his presidential election nomination.
As for Mr MacSharry, he announced his resignation from politics in 2023 when the next election was held. He left Fianna Fáil in 2022 after an internal row and was a vocal critic of party leader Micheál Martin. His company, Pontis Advisory Limited, declined to comment on their clients' details or specific services being provided to them.
Despite attempts to contact Geldof, his response remains unavailable. The future of both McGregor's and Geldof's potential political careers remains uncertain, with the presidential election fast approaching.
