Donald Trump ‘Not Welcome’ in Ireland After ‘Causing Chaos Across World’
A senior Irish politician has said that President Donald Trump is not welcome in Ireland, citing what he described as the chaos the U.S. president has caused around the world.
Labour Dublin spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP has strongly rejected Trump’s anticipated visit to Ireland in September, listing several reasons why he believes the president should not be welcomed in the country.
Trump is expected to visit the Emerald Isle for at least two days, with his trip expected to include stops in Dublin and County Clare. He is also expected to attend the Irish Open golf tournament at his course in Doonbeg.
Ó Ríordáin said Trump is not welcome in Dublin for a number of reasons, including his domestic and international policy agenda. He said Ireland should not forget the actions taken by Trump and his administration to undermine the European Union and international law.
The Labour politician urged Ireland to “take a stand” and said the country should not roll out the “red carpet” for the president during his anticipated visit to Dublin.
Ó Ríordáin continued by pointing to what he described as Trump’s months-long “illegal war against Iran,” saying it has “caused chaos in the world and an energy crisis that is costing Irish people millions in higher prices.”
He also criticized what he called Trump’s “unconditional support” for Israel’s “war and genocide against the Palestinian people.”
The politician then pointed to Trump’s relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin and accused the U.S. president of “undermining” Ukraine.
Ó Ríordáin also referred to Trump’s ongoing threats to take control of Greenland for military reasons, identifying those threats as another reason why he believes Trump should not be accepted in Dublin.
He further accused the Trump administration of “directly meddling in European politics and supporting far-right parties.”
Ó Ríordáin also accused Trump of creating “economic chaos” around the world.
“The Trump trade war has caused economic chaos and damaged Irish and EU businesses, while using threats to try and stop the regulation of U.S. multinationals,” Ó Ríordáin said.
He also described the sanctions imposed by the United States against officials at the International Criminal Court as “disgraceful and chilling.”
“This is just a sample of the outrageous international actions Trump has actioned and inspired through his time in politics, and we should not normalize or tolerate this behavior,” Ó Ríordáin added.
He went on to criticize Trump’s domestic political agenda, pointing to what he described as the “brutal tactics of ICE against people from a migrant background.”
“Through his political campaigns, Trump has deployed racism, homophobia, and misogyny, and shown total disregard for the law and democratic norms, and I am proud to have campaigned against him and his toxic politics since 2016,” Ó Ríordáin continued.
Meanwhile, sources have reportedly revealed that Trump’s delegation could contain around 1,000 people.
The president’s party is reportedly expected to include several aides, senior politicians, Secret Service officers, military specialists and several hundred members of the media.
“He is bringing a huge amount of people with him,” one source confirmed.
In 2018, reports suggested that Trump brought around 1,000 people with him during his trip to the United Kingdom. Irish sources have now said that gardaí, Ireland’s national police force, are anticipating a similar turnout for Trump’s expected visit.
💥 PRESS DEBUT DISASTER!
Katie Zacharia’s Awkward First White House Press Briefing Draws National Attention
Katie Zacharia’s first appearance behind the White House podium quickly became a major talking point after several uncomfortable moments overshadowed her debut as President Donald Trump’s new press secretary.
The October 13 briefing lasted approximately 14 minutes, with Zacharia answering questions from only three news outlets before ending the session. Her short appearance immediately attracted widespread media attention.
Zacharia had recently been selected to replace former press secretary Karoline Leavitt, stepping into a highly visible role responsible for communicating the administration’s positions to journalists and the American public.
From the opening minutes, observers noticed her reliance on prepared notes. She delivered a lengthy account of Trump’s accomplishments, frequently looking down at the script instead of maintaining eye contact with reporters.
Her delivery also attracted criticism, with commentators describing her voice as hesitant and her presentation as unusually stiff. Others questioned whether the administration had given its newest spokesperson enough preparation time.
Much of the briefing focused on praising Trump’s economic agenda, energy policies, rally attendance, and political achievements. The extended list of talking points left relatively little time for substantive exchanges with journalists.
One particularly awkward moment occurred when Zacharia discussed the challenge of balancing her demanding position with family life. She explained that spending evenings away from her four children was unacceptable to her.
She then accidentally referred to her husband as “my president” before immediately correcting herself with “my husband.” Recognizing the slip, she added a brief joke, creating the briefing’s most widely discussed moment.
The verbal mix-up spread rapidly through news coverage and social media, becoming a defining image of her first appearance. Critics treated it as evidence of nervousness, while others viewed it as an ordinary human mistake.
Her response to a question about U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine also drew attention. When asked whether Washington had stopped sharing intelligence with Kyiv, Zacharia replied that she would have to get back to the reporter.
The exchange was brief, but it highlighted the difficulty of responding to sensitive foreign policy questions without immediately having the necessary information. Reporters continued seeking answers as the briefing moved forward.
Another significant announcement concerned Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece. Zacharia told reporters that the administration had asked Guilfoyle to resign, unexpectedly introducing a personnel development into the short briefing.
The announcement generated additional headlines and demonstrated that, despite the awkward delivery, Zacharia’s first appearance included consequential political news. Her handling of the announcement, however, also attracted scrutiny from commentators.
Questions about her readiness soon emerged among political observers and some administration allies. The Wall Street Journal described the debut as rocky, reporting that her nervous presentation prompted questions about the decision to put her before cameras so quickly.
The brief question-and-answer session was another unusual feature. After taking questions from Breitbart News, Fox News, and the Daily Mail, Zacharia announced that reporters could ask Trump questions directly as he prepared to leave.
Her decision to end the briefing after such limited questioning became another focus of criticism. Regular White House briefings often involve extended exchanges, making the short session particularly noticeable to journalists and political commentators.
Despite the criticism, Trump publicly defended his new press secretary. Asked about her performance, the president said he thought she had done very well, offering a clear show of support following the difficult debut.
The White House also presented the briefing positively, describing Zacharia’s performance as commanding. That assessment contrasted with critical media coverage, illustrating how differently supporters and detractors interpreted the same appearance.
Zacharia’s debut has therefore become an early test of her ability to manage a demanding communications role. Future briefings will offer a clearer indication of whether she can develop greater confidence and handle sustained questioning.
For now, the accidental “my president” remark remains the most memorable moment from her first appearance. Whether the incident becomes a brief viral embarrassment or a lasting political talking point will depend on what follows.
