Staff Reports
Rosie O’Donnell has left America behind. The comedian and longtime critic of President Donald Trump moved to Ireland in January, just days before Trump’s second inauguration. She says she won’t return until America is “safe for all citizens.” O’Donnell claims she made the move to protect her 12-year-old non-binary child, Clay, from the political climate under Trump. But many conservatives are rolling their eyes at her dramatic exit.
President Trump didn’t hold back when asked about O’Donnell’s relocation. At a recent event, he joked that Ireland’s “happiness” might drop now that she’s there. The crowd laughed as he pretended not to know who she was. Trump and O’Donnell have been feuding for nearly 20 years, starting when she called him out on “The View” in 2006. He famously clapped back by calling her a “loser” and has mocked her ever since.
O’Donnell says she’s applying for Irish citizenship through her grandparents. She claims Ireland is “loving” and “welcoming,” unlike America under Trump. But critics argue she’s exaggerating the dangers of living in the U.S. They point out that Trump’s policies have focused on law and order, not targeting citizens’ rights. Some conservatives see her move as a publicity stunt or a sign of liberal hysteria.
The comedian posted a tearful video saying it’s “heartbreaking” to watch American politics from afar. She urged supporters to “protest” and “demand we follow the Constitution.” But many on the right argue that Trump’s America is following the Constitution—by securing borders, cutting taxes, and putting citizens first. They see O’Donnell’s flight as a rejection of the voters who chose Trump twice.
O’Donnell now spends her days exploring Ireland with Clay and their service dog. She admits missing her four older kids but says she had to “protect her sanity.” Conservatives counter that most parents don’t have the luxury of fleeing the country when their candidate loses. They view her actions as elitist and out of touch with everyday Americans.
The media feud continues. Benny Johnson, a conservative commentator, roasted O’Donnell in a viral video titled “Trump Curse Strikes Again.” He joked that even Ireland might deport her once they “realize what they’ve imported.” Johnson’s fans cheered the take-down, calling O’Donnell a “sore loser” who can’t accept election results.
As O’Donnell settles into her new life, she begs Americans to “turn things around.” But Trump supporters say things are turning around—with a strong economy, energy independence, and renewed patriotism. They argue O’Donnell’s exit proves the left would rather run than fight for their ideas.
Love him or hate him, Trump remains the leader of free world. O’Donnell’s retreat shows how deeply divided America remains. While she searches for “safety” abroad, millions of conservatives are standing firm at home—proud of their country and committed to its future.
