Trump Welcomes Irish Taoiseach Martin at White House Reception

President Trump welcomed Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin to the White House for a St. Patrick’s Day reception, marking his first meeting with a world leader following a contentious encounter with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. During their discussions, Trump expressed optimism about the U.S. economy and inflation amid rising trade tensions between the U.S. and the E.U. Martin's visit highlights the ongoing relationship between the U.S. and Ireland, with both leaders addressing key issues affecting their nations. The reception was also a platform for both leaders to discuss future collaboration and trade relations. This meeting comes at a crucial time for U.S.-E.U. relations as economic challenges loom.