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Conor McGregor will not stop fighting if he becomes President of Ireland. Last week, McGregor visited President Trump at the White House and bashed Ireland’s government.
“Our government abandoned the voices of the people of Ireland. Our money is being spent overseas on issues that have nothing to do with the Irish people. It’s time the people in America are made aware of what’s going on Ireland, what is going on Ireland is a travesty. Our government is a government with zero action and zero accountability.”
After receiving backlash from Irish politicians, the UFC star announced he was running for President of Ireland.
Ireland, the choice is yours and it is an easy one. Vote for me as your President and we will SAVE IRELAND TOGETHER! 🇮🇪❤️🙏 https://t.co/tLGdPITwnr
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 20, 2025
On Thursday night, McGregor held a press conference following BKFC 70, and admitted that he’s comeback might be delayed due to his interest in Irish politics.
“Like I’ve said, I’ve got two fights on the contract, I’m in negotiations, last week something happened to me, I went to the White House, and my country is in my heart. My heart bleeds for my country right now, so there’s a lot of stuff going on back home. I’m happy with what I’ve done, there’s something else for me that’s in my gut right now, and that’s kind of where I’m going.”
Conor McGregor: My comeback will be slated as the greatest comeback or the biggest, most anticipated comeback of all time. So, it has to be right. And right now Ireland is in my thoughts and that's where I'm at. pic.twitter.com/aJlEfqncm0
— Jed I. Goodman © (@jedigoodman) March 28, 2025
McGregor said that he will continue fighting if he wins Ireland’s presidency.
“Of course, are you crazy? That’s part of why I want to do it. To be announced as the President Of Ireland having a fight. Imagine that.”
Conor McGregor is asked if he would still fight if he was President of Ireland:
Of course, are you crazy? That's part of why I want to do it. pic.twitter.com/n8RRmsWbUw
— Jed I. Goodman © (@jedigoodman) March 28, 2025