Michael Healy-Rae describes 'scud missile' that led to fallout with Danny
Irish politicians Michael and Danny Healy-Rae discuss the fallout of their political partnership following a disagreement over national fuel protests. The brothers offer differing perspectives on the tension, with Michael describing it as a 'scud missile' that ended their status as a package deal in the Dáil.
Why it matters
The rift highlights the complexities of political dynasties and the impact of public policy disputes on familial and professional relationships in Irish governance.
Michael and Danny Healy-Rae are two of the most recognisable politicians in Kerry, and Ireland, after continuing a political dynasty started by their father Jackie.
The two worked closely together in campaigning and national politics until a fallout following the national fuel protests in April, which led to Michael's resignation as a junior minister.
The pair had agreed to vote with the Government when it was formed following the 2024 general election.
According to sources, Taoiseach Miche l Martin informed Michael that the agreement was the brothers were a package deal, which came to an end as Danny turned against the Coalition amid public fury over fuel prices.
In an upcoming RT documentary, the brothers both contribute with Michael referring to the "scud missile", that led to their fallout.
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