Rosie O'Donnell Apologizes to Irish PM After Controversial Remarks

Rosie O'Donnell has apologized to Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin after his recent White House visit was overshadowed by jokes regarding her relocation to Ireland, which she termed a 'self-deportation' due to her aversion to Donald Trump's presidency. During a joint meeting for St. Patrick's Day festivities, a reporter asked Martin why he allowed O'Donnell into the country, prompting Trump to chime in with a quip about her, which O'Donnell found 'very, very surreal.' In an interview on Ireland's 'Late Late Show,' she expressed her discomfort with the situation, stating that the Taoiseach deserved more respect during his visit. O'Donnell noted that her feud with Trump dates back over two decades, and she felt it necessary to explain to Martin why she believes Trump has targeted her over the years. Following the incident, she reached out to Martin via email, receiving a thank-you note in return. O'Donnell reflected on the emotional toll of leaving the U.S. and her struggles with the events surrounding her decision to move.