Ryanair CEO O'Leary Apologises for Inappropriate Remarks

Former U.S. Representative Patrick O’Leary issued a public apology Tuesday after a statement made during a press conference in Austin was widely criticized for containing a derogatory term. In a brief video released to the media, O’Leary acknowledged that the language he used was “careless” and expressed regret for the offense caused.

The remark, made while discussing policy on immigration, was immediately flagged by advocacy groups and several constituents. O’Leary’s spokesperson confirmed that the representative has taken the incident seriously, noting that he has already begun a review of his public communications. The apology was accompanied by a pledge that “it won’t happen again,” and the congressman has scheduled a town‑hall meeting to address community concerns.

O’Leary’s statement comes amid a broader national conversation about the use of respectful language in public office. While the Representative has not yet announced any formal disciplinary action, he has indicated that he will work with his staff to prevent a recurrence of the incident.