Ireland’s newly elected president, Catherine Connolly, has been described by one media outlet as hostile to Donald Trump in her comments about the U.S. leader.

A day after Ireland went to the polls to elect the head of state, Connolly's opponent, Heather Humphreys, 62, a former cabinet minister, conceded the election on Saturday. Deputy prime minister Simon Harris also congratulated Connolly for her victory which is expected to be formally announced later on Saturday.

The role is largely ceremonial, but Connolly's previous comments suggest that she has the potential to shake up the political establishment, having previously taken aim at the EU, NATO, as well as the U.S. president.

During a campaign debate this week, Connolly gave a measured response to the prospect of a meeting with Tru

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