McGregor declared on his official social media account that he will run against the European Migration Pact in the upcoming presidential election.
Conor McGregor, the UFC fighter, registered his candidacy for the Irish presidential election on Thursday, vowing that his nation will shield its residents from immigration. According to The Hill, he met with US President Donald Trump before making this choice. McGregor has made the decision to run as a leader in opposition to the European Migration Pact, which would expedite the asylum process for EU states and establish a more efficient approach to immigration and border security.
“The date of the next presidential election is November 11, 2025. Who else will oppose this bill and challenge the government? There will be no opposition to them from whatever other presidential candidate they try to nominate. I will!” the UFC competitor wrote on X.
The EU Migration Pact must be completely implemented by June 12, 2026, in Ireland.
Therefore, a number of pieces of legislation must be approved by both Oireachtas Houses and then signed by the President between now and June 12, 2026.
By November 11, 2025, the next presidential election must be held.
McGregor added that neither he nor the Irish government can make decisions for the people who choose to oppose the European Migration Pact.
“As president, I would also put this bill up for referendum for clarity’s sake. Despite my strong opposition to this agreement, neither the government nor I have the authority to decide on it. The Irish people have made the decision! Always. It truly is a democracy! I’d also like to know why our government representatives are so strongly in favor of this treaty. The debates would be fascinating to listen to! “Then by vote!” exclaimed the Irish warrior.
According to The Hill, the UFC star has never had a political position, but it appears that he has gained Trump’s backing as he invited him into the Oval Office on Monday for a number of picture opportunities.
Earlier this week, McGregor met US President Donald Trump at the White House.
Speaking in the White House briefing room Monday, McGregor said the Irish government had “abandoned the voices” of the Irish people and claimed rural towns in Ireland were being overrun by immigrants.”Ireland is at the cusp of potentially losing its Irishness,” he said.
His remarks drew a lot of flak from the Irish leaders.
