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PJ Gallagher Bows Out, McGuinness Emerges as Frontrunner

7/17/2025

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In a surprising twist, PJ Gallagher announced on his radio show that he will not be running for president, adding to the buzz around potential candidates. Meanwhile, Fine Gael's Mairead McGuinness and independent TD Catherine Connolly are gearing up for their campaigns. With Michael D. Higgins set to step down after 14 impactful years, McGuinness emerges as a frontrunner for the role.

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Story summary

In a surprising twist, PJ Gallagher announced on his radio show that he will not be running for president, adding to the buzz around potential candidates. Meanwhile, Fine Gael's Mairead McGuinness and independent TD Catherine Connolly are gearing up for their campaigns. With Michael D. Higgins set to step down after 14 impactful years, McGuinness emerges as a frontrunner for the role.