'Appalling' - Clare protestors say Trump not welcome
While thousands came out on the streets of Dublin to protest the private visit of US president Donald Trump, there were smaller numbers in Co Clare.
Thousands gathered in Dublin to protest the private US president Donald Trump visit, but smaller numbers attended in Co Clare. Grainne Carr, a protester in Doonbeg village, expressed outrage at welcoming a man who should not be in the country. Around 30 protesters demonstrated against the visit, citing taxpayers' money spent on the event.
Protesters gathered near the Irish Open golf spectators, stating they wanted to communicate their disapproval of Trump. They had no issue with the golf tournament itself but wanted to make their disdain for Trump clear. Another protester from Galway showed a sign reading "No Fáilte for Fascists." Protesters voiced their opposition to Trump's political influence and his handling of various global issues.
A protest took place outside Shannon Airport, with around 300 people protesting despite the gardaí limiting their gathering area and efforts to control the protest. One protester accused Trump of being a convicted felon and argued against the Irish government's excessive welcome for him.
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