Former UFC Champion Conor McGregor Announces Candidacy for Irish Presidency
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor announced his candidacy for the presidency of Ireland in March 2025, and on May 10, he took to Twitter (X) to advocate for the establishment of an “Irish Bitcoin Strategic Reserve,” emphasizing the need to “return power to the people.”
From Fighting to Politics: Conor’s Transition
Former UFC two-weight champion Conor announced his candidacy as an independent for the presidency of Ireland this March, with a primary platform focused on combating illegal immigration and crime.
On March 17, Conor was invited by Trump to attend a St. Patrick’s Day event at the White House, where he received Trump’s support. Conor stated that Ireland has lost its “national identity,” further emphasizing the rampant illegal immigration in his country.
His remarks have drawn condemnation from the Irish Prime Minister and several political figures, who believe his statements do not represent the entirety of Ireland.
Beyond Crime and Illegal Immigration: Establishing a Bitcoin Reserve
On May 10, Conor called for the establishment of an Irish Bitcoin Strategic Reserve on Twitter (X), aimed at granting people greater financial autonomy.
He also invited well-known investors like Anthony Pompliano and Trump’s crypto advisor David Bailey to participate in discussions, and he is preparing to explain the plan in detail in a Twitter (X) discussion forum.
Past Cryptocurrency Project REAL’s Major Failure
Previously, Conor was involved in a cryptocurrency project called “REAL,” which conducted a token presale in early April with a goal of raising $1 million. Ultimately, it only raised about $390,000, failing to meet its target, and all investors received full refunds.
Controversial Presidential Candidate
Conor’s candidacy has not been smooth; he was previously accused of sexual assault in a civil case and has filed an appeal. Additionally, he was investigated for alleged hate speech, although he was not ultimately charged, this has still raised social concerns.
The Feasibility and Challenges of a Bitcoin Reserve
Currently, only a few countries, such as the United States, El Salvador, and Bhutan, have established national Bitcoin reserves. For Ireland, establishing such reserves would face legal, fiscal, and political challenges. Moreover, it remains to be seen whether Conor’s platform can gain support among mainstream voters.
According to a poll conducted in April this year:
- Only 7% of respondents indicated they would vote for Conor.
- 90% stated they would not.
The Irish presidential election is set to take place on November 11 of this year, and it remains uncertain whether Conor can turn public opinion around before then.
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