St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, but this year, it also brought an unexpected meeting at the White House.
Conor McGregor, one of the most famous fighters in the world, sat down with former U.S. President Donald Trump.
The visit included his partner, Dee Devlin, and their four children. Also present was billionaire Elon Musk, who currently leads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
McGregor, known for his brash personality, had words of praise for Trump. He told the former president that his work ethic was inspiring, reports Ziare.
Trump responded with the same compliment. The meeting took place in the Oval Office, where McGregor wanted to discuss an issue that has been stirring controversy in his home country—illegal immigration.
Before sitting down with Trump, McGregor made his views clear. He described the situation in Ireland as a disaster.
He criticized the Irish government, calling it inactive and irresponsible. He claimed that Ireland was losing its identity because of illegal immigration. His choice of words was blunt and stirred strong reactions.
McGregor remains a divisive figure in Ireland. He recently lost a civil lawsuit after a woman accused him of rape.
The court ruled in her favor, and he was ordered to pay over £200,000 in damages.
He also pleaded guilty to assaulting a man in a Dublin pub in 2019.
Over the years, he has faced multiple allegations of assault and sexual misconduct.
His influence reaches beyond the fighting world. In 2023, Dublin saw riots that shocked the country.
Many linked McGregor’s social media posts to the unrest. Irish police have reportedly been investigating him for alleged hate speech connected to the riots.
Despite the controversies, McGregor remains a global sports icon.
Nicknamed “Notorious,” he gained worldwide fame by winning multiple UFC championships.
His meeting with Trump adds another chapter to his eventful life.
