Maria Steen secures 18th nomination as presidential ballot deadline nears

Independent senator Aubrey McCarthy has given Maria Steen her 18th nomination but stopped short of endorsing her campaign
Maria Steen secures 18th nomination as presidential ballot deadline nears

Presidential hopeful Maria Steen outside Leinster House. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins 

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025 - 01:00
Louise Burne, Paul Hosford, and Tadgh McNally

Independent presidential hopeful Maria Steen received a boost to her campaign this morning after securing her 18th nomination from independent senator Aubrey McCarthy.

In a statement, Mr McCarthy confirmed he would lend Ms Steen his vote but stressed that it should not be seen as an endorsement of her campaign.

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