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PoliticsTrump's united Ireland comments may have targeted voters across the Atlantic

During his visit to Ireland, US President Donald Trump said he would like to see a united Ireland and repeated the sentiment in a speech. The remarks prompted questions over whether they signalled a change in US policy or were an off-the-cuff comment. Former officials and lawmakers said Washington remained committed to the Good Friday Agreement. The article considers whether Trump was appealing to Irish-American independent and swing voters ahead of November's midterm elections.

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BBBC News★★★★☆2026-09-12 21:25Original

Trump's united Ireland comments may have targeted voters across the Atlantic
Trump's united Ireland comments may have targeted voters across the AtlanticPolitics