Fianna Fáil candidate Jim Gavin Withdraws From Irish Presidential Race Immediately
The Fianna Fáil nominee Jim Gavin has announced he is pulling out from the race for Ireland's head of state right away.
He was poised to be a candidate among three standing for the role of Irish president, beside TD Catherine Connolly and Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys.
However, on Sunday evening he stated via a statement he had "made a mistake that was not in keeping with my character and the standards he upholds."
"Taking all these considerations on board, I have decided to exit the presidential race immediately and reunite with my loved ones," he stated in his announcement.
More to follow.
