Back in March, Conor McGregor sparked controversy across both the MMA and political spheres when U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed him to the White House on the eve of St. Patrick’s Day. During his Washington, D.C. visit, McGregor leveraged the platform to elevate his public profile ahead of the upcoming Irish presidential election. In a lengthy press conference, he criticized the current Irish government over ongoing immigration issues.

At the same time, Conor McGregor praised Donald Trump’s policies, stating, “Your work ethic is inspiring, ” which consequently earned the president’s backing and support for the upcoming Irish election. However, by September, the Irishman had withdrawn from the presidential race, formally removing his name from the ballot. Despite stepping back,

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