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Conor McGregor has hit out at the Irish government because of a 335,000 bike shed. The UFC star didn't hold back on social media, expressing outrage over what he sees as wasteful spending, likening the expensive project to a glorified bus stop. He then demanded to know who greenlit the hefty price tag, stirring up debate among his followers.
McGregor's criticism goes beyond just this project. The former UFC champion has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with Ireland's political system for some time, even hinting at aspirations to run for office, despite polls in Ireland showing that 89 percent of the country's population would not vote for him in any capacity..
His latest comments show that the idea of pursuing a political career is still on his mind, and he's not ruling out a future in leadership.
While many in Ireland agree with McGregor about the bike shed, the overwhelming majority of the population have long been tired of his nonsensical, problematic, and often racist outbursts, and would much rather he simply focused on MMA.
"I've seen nicer bus stops! 1. Who charged this extortionate price. 2. Which wally in position approved it," he wrote on X.
"With me as president this type of carry on that we've seen countless times, some more serious than others, would be tore apart on the spot! A greedy and corrupted bunch of chancers is all! #IDHAVEALLYOURANSWERS."
At 35, McGregor views himself as a fresh alternative to the older political figures currently dominating the scene, many of whom are in their 70s. Again, the population disagrees with his deluded view of self-importance.
He's positioned himself as a potential leader who's for the people, promising a presidency without party ties or political bias. In his vision, the citizens would have a direct say in the country's decision-making, even suggesting weekly votes on major issues to engage the public in shaping Ireland's future.
"Potential competition if I run. Gerry, 78. Bertie. 75. Enda, 74. Each with unbreakable ties to their individual parties politics," he wrote on another tweet.
"Regardless of what the public outside of their parties feel. These parties govern themselves vs govern the people. Or me, 35. Young, active, ionate, fresh skin in the game. I listen. I . I adapt.
"I have no affiliation/bias/favoritism toward any party. They would genuinely be held to regarding the current sway of public feeling. I'd even put it all to vote. There'd be votes every week to make sure. I can fund. It would not be me in power as President, people of Ireland. It would be me and you."