McGregor, the Irish fighter, desires a political career

Conor McGregor, a mixed martial arts superstar, is increasingly aligning himself with autocrats and flirting with a political career. He presents himself as a protector of Irish identity. He has been convicted of a civil count for sexual assault. McGregor has amassed a large social media following and considerable wealth. Despite not having fought in the UFC for nearly four years, he remains highly visible, often sharing political opinions. He has expressed interest in Irish politics, and has been seen with Donald Trump, another convicted sexual offender. Though he has support, his political ambitions face questions.