McDonald rules herself out of Irish presidential election

Mary Lou McDonald, the leader of Sinn Féin, has ruled out running for the Irish presidential election. In an interview on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, McDonald stated that her name is "no longer in the mix" for the upcoming election. The Irish presidential election is scheduled to take place later this year, and the news of McDonald's decision not to run has generated significant interest and discussion within the political landscape. As the leader of Sinn Féin, one of the largest political parties in Ireland, McDonald's potential candidacy had been a topic of speculation among political observers. By removing herself from consideration, McDonald has effectively eliminated the possibility of a high-profile Sinn Féin candidate in the race. This decision is likely to have implications for the dynamics of the election and the potential strategies of other candidates. The article does not provide further details on the reasons behind McDonald's decision or any potential alternative candidates that Sinn Féin may consider for the election.