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Conor McGregor said in March that he was running to be the president of Ireland, now, aims to make it official.
The UFC superstar published a link to a request to social networks on Monday that “would ensure” that it is on the electoral ticket.
“I, Conor McGregor, declared my intention to seek the dear position of president of Ireland,” McGregor wrote in the petition.
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UFC fighter Conor McGregor talks to journalists in the Information Room of the White House, on March 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
“However, the current constitutional framework presents a significant barrier for democratic participation. The existing regulations require that a candidate must ensure nominations of twenty members of the oireachtas or four tips from the County to be eligible for vote.
“In the light of this, I propose a request that defends a modification of the nomination process to allow my name to be included in the ballot. Process, thus empowering the people of Ireland to shape their own future.”
The White House Secretary, Karoline Leavitt, listens while Conor McGregor talks to journalists in the White House information room, on March 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
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McGregor’s initial announcement about the presidency occurred a few days after President Donald Trump met at the beginning of this year.
The former champion has opposed a bill on the EU migration pact.
“Ireland must completely implement the EU migration pact before June 12, 2026. Then, between now and June 12, 2026, several laws must be approved by both chambers of the oireachtas and then signed by the President … Who else will face the Government and will oppose this bill? … I will do it!” McGregor wrote in March.
“It is the people of the choice of Ireland! That is a true democracy! … This is the future of Ireland with me as president. All the citizens of Ireland have a voice and a choice in their future! God bless our people. Vote McGregor and listen to your voice!”
McGregor criticized the Irish government in the White House in an attempt to raise awareness about “the problems facing the people of Ireland.”
Conor McGregor leaves the court in Chancery Place in Dublin. (David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile through Getty Images)
In September, he made fun of a possible presidential career in Ireland, calling himself the “only logical choice.”
McGregor has not fought since his leg was broken against Dustin Poirier in 2021. He was supposed to return last year, but an injury to his feet kept him out of the octagon. Since then he has said he would only return in a stadium, but showed interest in the UFC event at the White House next year.
