Connolly Wins Irish Presidential Election
Catherine Connolly, an independent candidate, has won the Irish presidential election in a landslide victory.
Connolly, 68, has been a member of Ireland's parliament since 2016 and will serve a seven-year term as the country's head of state.
Her role will involve representing Ireland abroad and playing a central part in national events, although the president's direct political powers are limited.
- Connolly was backed by major left-wing parties.
- Center-right Fianna Fail candidate Jim Gavin withdrew from the race but still received 7 percent of votes.
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Author's summary: Connolly wins Irish presidency in landslide.