Poots Under Fire Over Donaldson Knowledge | Cork News

Speaker of Stormont Edwin Poots is under mounting pressure to step aside after allegations he knew about Jeffrey Donaldson’s inappropriate behavior before his sex offense conviction. Poots denies wrongdoing, claiming he never protected Donaldson—whom he says tried to destroy his own career—and insists he was only informed of unwanted texts, not criminal conduct. Sinn Féin demands his resignation, arguing the revelations undermine his moral fitness for office, especially since Donaldson later became DUP leader. Meanwhile, DUP leader Gavin Robinson condemns political opportunism and vows an independent review, insisting the party will handle the matter thoroughly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8c5f99e91f8bb152