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Catherine Connolly Elected Ireland’s 10th President

Kumari Sonali

Catherine Connolly Elected Ireland’s 10th President:

Catherine Connolly has been elected as the 10th President of Ireland, winning a landslide victory over her main rival, Heather Humphreys. While the presidency is largely ceremonial, Connolly’s win signals a notable shift in Ireland’s political landscape — especially given her background, endorsements and campaign platform.Catherine Connolly is an independent politician from Galway who has served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Galway West constituency since 2016. She previously held the position of Deputy Speaker (Leas‑Ceann Comhairle) in the Irish Parliament.

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