Heather Humphreys on verge of running for presidency August 16, 2025 Admin Politics </p> <p>Heather Humphreys is edging towards a tilt at the Áras after behind-the-scenes discussions took place between the former Fine Gael minister and the party leadership last night.</p> <p>Her potential candidacy has been gaining traction, with the unexpected support of a number of Independent members of the Government.</p> <p>The former Cavan-Monaghan TD is understood to be keen to put her name forward, with a short nomination process expected to open early next week.</p> <p>With former EU commissioner Mairead McGuinness pulling out as Fine Gael’s candidate and former ­tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald ruling herself out, saying her decision announced last April not to enter the race still stood, the field is narrowing.</p> <p>Credit to : Irish Independent</p> <p> Please support our Sponsors here --
