Law enforcement agencies across Ireland have staged one of the largest safety mobilizations in national history following months of preparation for the American leader’s stay. Demonstrators numbering in the thousands are anticipating rallies throughout Dublin alongside a gathering in Doonbeg, while protective barricades line the area near the US Embassy despite no scheduled visits there. Political figures from Sinn Féin and allied factions are encouraging Irish President Catherine Connolly to confront her guest regarding conflict in Gaza. As a prominent pro-Palestinian voice within a European Union member state often censured by Israel for its position, Connolly has previously criticized Washington and claimed the US leader is acting “like a bully” regarding tariffs.
Touchdown occurred Saturday morning at Dublin Airport after a transatlantic flight aboard Air Force One, which departed Friday night from Joint
