In this week's Riding Shotgun Rachel Stewart takes a look at Ireland, grappling with a 300% surge in immigration, rising social unrest, and government crackdowns on dissent. Violent clashes and anti-migrant protests are met with police force, while critics are swiftly branded “far-right.” UFC star Conor McGregor has entered the debate, hinting at political ambitions after his visit to Washington. Rachel warns that when people feel unheard, radical actions follow—whether electing outsiders, rioting, or forging unexpected alliances. With housing shortages, cultural tensions, and global parallels to Britain and New Zealand, the question is: can Ireland change course before its social fabric unravels?

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