Trump Questions Rosie O’Donnell’s Citizenship Amid Feud
A Legally Groundless Threat
Donald Trump is once again facing backlash after declaring on Truth Social that he’s considering revoking Rosie O’Donnell’s U.S. citizenship—despite having no legal authority to do so. In his post, the former president wrote: “Since Rosie O’Donnell does not serve the best interests of our great country, I am seriously thinking about revoking her citizenship. She’s a threat to humanity and should stay in the beautiful country of Ireland—if they’ll have her. GOD BLESS AMERICA!”
This inflammatory comment was clearly aimed at O’Donnell, a vocal comedian and activist well known for clashing with Trump over the years. Born in Commack, Long Island, O'Donnell is a natural-born U.S. citizen. Under the U.S. Constitution’s 14th Amendment, no president holds unilateral power to strip someone of their citizenship without adhering to detailed legal procedures established by law.
Rosie O’Donnell Fires Back
Now living in Ireland with her family, O’Donnell had previously stated she wouldn’t return to the U.S. until she felt the country was safe again. In a swift response to Trump’s post, she shared a video on TikTok, sharply condemning him:
“Ladies and gentlemen, the president is a disgrace to everything our beautiful country stands for — he’s a danger to the nation — a criminal, untreated and mentally unstable… It’s now or never, America 🇺🇸 — seems like my little TikToks from Dublin have gotten under his skin. So go lock up a few people of color, you evil little man-child.”
O’Donnell didn’t stop there. She posted a photo on Instagram showing Trump alongside Jeffrey Epstein with a stinging message:
“Hey Donald — still rattled? Eighteen years later and I still live rent-free in that broken brain of yours. You say I’m a threat to humanity — but I represent your worst fear: a loud woman, a queer woman, a truth-telling mother who left the country before you could burn it to the ground.”
The Constitution and Citizenship: The 14th Amendment
O’Donnell’s citizenship is protected under law, regardless of political rhetoric. The 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution explicitly states:
“All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside.”
This means the revocation of U.S. citizenship can only occur through specific legal actions and judgments, never by presidential decree.
Trump has previously sought to challenge birthright citizenship, particularly in cases involving children of undocumented immigrants. His executive orders on the issue were consistently blocked by federal courts. The topic has recently gained renewed attention following a Supreme Court ruling that limits the reach of nationwide federal injunctions. However, a fresh injunction by U.S. District Judge Joseph LaPlante has paused enforcement of those efforts, upholding protections for the affected families as part of a class-action suit.
Decades of Personal and Public Conflict
The tension between Rosie O’Donnell and Donald Trump is hardly new. Their public sparring began in the early 2000s and drew national attention during the 2016 presidential debates. When moderator Megyn Kelly addressed Trump’s derogatory remarks towards women, he infamously responded, “Only Rosie O’Donnell.”
Since 2006, Trump has repeatedly insulted O'Donnell, calling her names like “disgusting,” “stupid,” “fat,” and “ugly.” He also mocked her speaking style and criticized her appearances on The View.
Speaking Out from Abroad
Despite relocating to Ireland, O’Donnell hasn’t silenced her criticism of Trump. She recently accused him of indirectly contributing to the deadly flooding in Texas, connecting it to budget cuts made during his administration that impacted national weather services. Outlets such as Deadline have reported on the fallout from these budgetary decisions, lending credibility to O'Donnell’s claims.
While Trump’s statements may grab headlines, the legal reality remains unchanged: Rosie O’Donnell’s American citizenship is secure. The Constitution ensures that no amount of bluster or political grandstanding can undo that fundamental right.
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