Connolly won the 2025 election decisively, but rising spoiled ballots raise voting system concerns.

Connolly secured a decisive victory in the 2025 election, with early results showing a strong lead, though a notable increase in spoiled ballots has raised concerns about voting system accuracy and ballot design. While the win reflects widespread public dissatisfaction and the influence of protest movements, political leaders from Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil have called for humility in light of the outcome. The surge in invalid ballots remains unexplained, prompting calls for review as results are still being finalized and official certification awaits.