Rosie O’Donnell Reflects on Leaving US Post-Trump Election

Rosie O’Donnell revealed she left the U.S. for Ireland with her non-binary child following Donald Trump’s re-election, citing concerns over Project 2025 and the future of civil liberties under a Trump administration. She expressed no regrets about her decision, stating she felt welcomed in Ireland and emphasizing her fears for her child’s safety and rights if they remained in the United States. O’Donnell described the experience as heartbreaking, believing that Trump and the policies outlined in Project 2025 posed a significant threat to American democracy and marginalized communities. She also commented on the broader climate in the U.S., suggesting that the new administration's actions were even worse than anticipated. During interviews, she mentioned her longstanding public feud with Trump and called for political accountability regarding disability rights. O’Donnell’s remarks reflect deep apprehension among some public figures about the direction of U.S. politics and its impact on personal freedoms.