Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor used a St. Patrick's Day visit to President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday to criticize Ireland's immigration policies, drawing a rebuke from the country's prime minister.

Controversial Irish MMA fighter Conor McGregor is due to hold a St Patrick's Day meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington DC. He appeared at the White House press briefing room lectern on Monday with press secretary Karoline Leavitt, who confirmed the meeting was scheduled for later in the day.

Monday, March 17 is St. Patrick's Day, celebrating all things Irish in the U.S. and around the world. Cities celebrate with parades, bar crawls and more.

It was a sea of green and gold in St. Paul on Monday as thousands gathered to celebrate the city's annual St. Patrick's Day parade. "It's beautiful to see everyone wearing green — no matter what your nationality or where you're from," Dan Kelly said.

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There’s no shortage of great Irish-themed food being served up this St. Patrick’s Day. Brian Kramp is at Mo’s Irish Pub with a look at some of the must haves this holiday.