Trump doubles down on united Ireland comments on day two of visit

President Donald Trump reiterated his support for a united Ireland during the second day of his visit to Ireland. On day one, he made headlines by expressing his desire to see Ireland and Northern Ireland "together" during a meeting with the Taoiseach (Irish PM) Micheál Martin in Dublin. During his second day, Trump spoke to reporters at his golf resort in Doonbeg, County Clare, after watching the tournament winner, Irish golfer Shane Lowry, tee off.

He described his comments about a united Ireland as "a fairly routine comment" and said, "It just seems to me you have Northern Ireland and Ireland." Trump added that "one of the naturals of all time is to put them together" and that "many people agree" with his opinion. The president sidestepped questions about Scottish independence, stating he would "save that" for later.

When asked about Prime Minister Andy Burnham's remarks on Irish unity, Trump acknowledged that his comments were not surprising and that he believed unity was a logical way for the island to be configured and organized. Trump also announced he would lift tariffs on Irish whiskey during his visit. However, protests against Trump's visit continued, with over 10,000 people marching through Dublin on Saturday and about 100 protesters present at the golf resort on Sunday.