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Trump's Ireland Visit: 4,000 Police, Snipers, and Protests Amid Golf Tournament

other · 2026-09-11

On Saturday, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, landed in Ireland for a two-day trip that mixes diplomatic activities with golf, prompting one of the largest security operations ever seen in the country. More than 4,000 police and security agents, including snipers, have been assigned to ensure safety. Before arriving in Dublin, Trump talked briefly with reporters, mentioning he was involved in "a lot of meetings with European leaders and others" and called this a "very interesting time." In Dublin, he plans to meet with Prime Minister Micheal Martin and President Catherine Connolly. A significant number of anti-Trump protesters are expected in the city. After his meetings, he will head to his luxury resort in Doonbeg, where the Irish Open is taking place, and might present the trophy on Sunday, blending his presidential role with his business interests.

Key facts

  • US President Donald Trump landed in Ireland on Saturday for a two-day visit.
  • At least 4,000 police and other personnel, including snipers, were mobilised, making it one of Ireland's biggest security operations.
  • Trump will hold separate meetings in Dublin with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin and President Catherine Connolly.
  • Thousands of anti-Trump protesters are planning to rally in Dublin.
  • Trump is due to fly to his luxury resort in Doonbeg on Ireland's west coast.
  • The Irish Open tournament is being held at Doonbeg, with top golfers competing.
  • Trump may award the trophy on Sunday.
  • Sports journalist Rick Reilly documented Trump's relaxed relationship with golf rules in the 2019 book Commander in Cheat.

Entities

Artists

  • Donald Trump
  • Micheal Martin
  • Catherine Connolly
  • Rick Reilly

Institutions

  • Trump International Golf Links Ireland
  • Irish Open
  • Trump International Golf Links
  • Sunday Independent
  • Ireland Thinks

Locations

  • Ireland
  • Dublin
  • Doonbeg
  • County Clare
  • Atlantic coast

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