RismadarVoice Reporters
September 12, 2026
US President Donald Trump has travelled to Ireland for a two-day visit combining diplomatic engagements with a stop at his golf resort, where the Irish Open is taking place.
The visit has triggered a major security operation, with about 4,000 police officers and other security personnel deployed across the country. Thousands of protesters are also expected to demonstrate against the US president during his stay in Dublin.
Trump is scheduled to meet Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and President Catherine Connolly. Discussions are expected to cover issues including the Middle East, US tariffs on European pharmaceutical products and immigration.
After his engagements in Dublin, Trump is expected to travel to his luxury resort in Doonbeg, County Clare, to attend the Irish Open golf tournament. About 40,000 spectators are expected at the event, with world number two Rory McIlroy among the leading attractions.
The visit has drawn criticism from government ethics experts, who argue that Trump’s decision to visit his privately owned resort while on presidential business blurs the line between his public responsibilities and family business interests.
Irish authorities are reportedly spending about €20 million on security for the visit, adding to the country’s existing policing demands.
Despite differences between Dublin and Washington on several international issues, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, officials expect Trump’s meetings with Irish leaders to remain diplomatic.
The trip highlights the close historical ties between Ireland and the United States while also exposing political and ethical tensions surrounding Trump’s use of his presidency alongside his private business interests.
