Connolly becomes tenth President of Ireland with 45% turnout

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Connolly was elected as the tenth President of Ireland. The election saw a voter turnout of 45%, with over 200,000 ballots spoiled, marking the highest number of spoiled ballots in the history of Irish presidential elections.

This election reflects significant voter engagement, though the high number of spoiled ballots raises questions about the electoral process. The results indicate a notable participation rate among the electorate, despite the challenges faced during the voting process.

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