Why flee the entire nation? So strange.
During a meeting in the Oval Office with President Trump, conservative commentator Brian Glenn posed a pointed question to Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin: “Why would you let someone like Rosie O’Donnell move to Ireland?”
As Glenn began his question, he emphasized Ireland’s reputation for being a joyful, lighthearted nation, asking why the Irish government would welcome a controversial figure like O’Donnell, a long-time vocal critic of President Trump.
“I like that question,” President Trump responded with a chuckle, turning to Martin, who appeared uncomfortable. “Did you know you have Rosie O’Donnell? Do you know who she is?” he added, prompting laughter in the room. Trump quickly followed up with, “You’re better off not knowing.”
O’Donnell, who has been an outspoken critic of Trump for years, recently announced her decision to relocate to Ireland. She cited the political climate in the U.S. as the primary reason for her move, stating that the situation was “heartbreaking” for her personally. “It’s been hard for me personally as well,” O’Donnell commented, reflecting on the nation’s current political state and its personal impact on her.
This exchange highlights the stark divide in the U.S. political landscape, especially with figures like O’Donnell, who have used their celebrity status to oppose Trump’s policies and administration. O’Donnell’s decision to leave the U.S. over political frustration is emblematic of the deep divisions that have shaped American politics in recent years.
President Trump’s response also served as a reminder of his ongoing tensions with figures like O’Donnell, who have relentlessly criticized his leadership. It’s clear that for many conservatives, figures like O’Donnell symbolize a disconnect from mainstream American values, and her move to Ireland only further highlights the divide between the left and right in America today.