McGregor's Controversial White House Visit

Irish UFC fighter Conor McGregor made a high-profile visit to the White House on St. Patrick's Day, where he planned to meet President Donald Trump. McGregor used the occasion to criticize the Irish government's handling of immigration, describing an 'illegal immigration racket' and claiming that rural towns in Ireland are being overrun. Trump, who has praised McGregor as his favorite Irishman, warmly received him, further solidifying their amicable relationship. However, McGregor's visit and comments have sparked controversy, with Irish Tánaiste Simon Harris clarifying that McGregor does not represent Ireland officially. McGregor's visit comes amidst his legal troubles, including a civil liability for sexual assault, which he denies. Additionally, McGregor has expressed ambitions of running for Ireland's presidency with a focus on an anti-immigration platform.