Overview

• She said Trump’s presidency plunged her into depression and led to overeating and excessive drinking.
• After his 2024 re-election, she relocated to Ireland for ‘self-preservation’ to protect her mental health and her autistic child.
• Her application for citizenship follows months of settling into Irish life and reflects her commitment to making Ireland her long-term home.
• O’Donnell praises Ireland’s low-key celebrity culture and absence of MAGA supporters for restoring her sense of safety and anonymity.
• Her 12-year-old autistic child told her they could be “a normal person” in Ireland, underscoring the move’s positive impact on their family.