Jul 7, 11:19 AM

Sinn Féin’s McDonald Keeps Options Open for Irish Presidency

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said she is "not ruling anything in or out" regarding a run for Ireland’s presidency, confirming that the party has completed a membership-wide consultation and will decide on its strategy by the end of July or early August. Speaking outside the Four Courts in Dublin, McDonald noted that Sinn Féin is still weighing whether to field its own nominee or back a joint candidate supported by other left-wing parties. The comments come as Fine Gael formally opened its nomination process for Áras an Uachtaráin. Prospective contenders have until 15 July to secure the backing of 20 parliamentarians, 25 councillors and five executive-council members; the party will announce its candidate in early September. European Parliament Vice-President Mairead McGuinness and MEP Seán Kelly are viewed as likely hopefuls. Ireland’s presidential election is expected to be held in late October, with President Michael D. Higgins due to leave office on 11 November after 14 years. Other parties, including Fianna Fáil, plan to clarify their positions later in the summer, leaving the final field of candidates still in flux.

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Sinn Féin’s McDonald Keeps Options Open for Irish Presidency

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