Connolly set to be Ireland’s next president after rival concedes defeat

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera Staff,News AgenciesOctober 25, 2025 at 06:03 PM

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Catherine Connolly is set to become Ireland's next president after her rival, Heather Humphreys of Fine Gael, conceded defeat on October 25, 2025. Vote counting was still ongoing but polls indicated a landslide victory for the left-wing independent candidate. Connolly, a former barrister and pro-Palestine advocate, has garnered support from various left-leaning parties and is particularly popular among young voters. Her win is expected to be officially declared after all 43 electoral constituencies complete their counting. Deputy Prime Minister Simon Harris also congratulated Connolly on her success, noting she will serve as president for the entire country.

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