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Should we refuse a state visit from Trump?

U.S. President Donald Trump has planned a visit to Ireland in September which will likely include...

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16.00 4 Aug 2026


Should we refuse a state visit from Trump?


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U.S. President Donald Trump has planned a visit to Ireland in September which will likely include engagements in Dublin, as well as attending the Irish Open golf tournament at his resort in Doonbeg, Clare.

While The Government has been making preparations for the visit, not everyone is as welcoming.

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin is Labour MEP for Dublin and says President Trump "..is not welcome in Dublin both for his domestic and international policy agenda".

He joins guest host Seán Defoe to discuss.


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