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Rosie O'Donnell Reflects on Move to Ireland After Trump's Re-Election

The comedian cites fears over Project 2025 and prioritizing her non-binary child's well-being as key reasons for her relocation.

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Overview

  • Rosie O'Donnell moved to Ireland with her 12-year-old non-binary autistic child, Clay, following Donald Trump's 2024 re-election.
  • She attributed her decision to concerns over the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 and its proposed policy changes.
  • O'Donnell and her child initially settled in Glengarry but relocated to Howth due to health risks from mold in their first home.
  • She reports feeling welcomed in Ireland and is in the process of applying for Irish citizenship, though she misses aspects of life in the U.S.
  • O'Donnell continues to critique U.S. political developments, describing Trump's administration as harmful to civil rights and democracy.