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New Irish President Connolly Triumphs Amid McGregor's Withdrawal

10/29/2025

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The White House has given little acknowledgment of Catherine Connolly, the newly elected Irish President.
Catherine Connolly won decisively with support from Sinn Féin and other left-leaning parties.
Conor McGregor, a Trump ally, withdrew from the presidential race after doubts about securing endorsements.
U.S. President Donald Trump quickly congratulated other leaders.
Irish leaders criticized McGregor's anti-immigration remarks, saying he does not represent Ireland.

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The White House has given little acknowledgment of Catherine Connolly, the newly elected Irish President.
Catherine Connolly won decisively with support from Sinn Féin and other left-leaning parties.
Conor McGregor, a Trump ally, withdrew from the presidential race after doubts about securing endorsements.
U.S. President Donald Trump quickly congratulated other leaders.
Irish leaders criticized McGregor's anti-immigration remarks, saying he does not represent Ireland.