President Trump hosted the prime minister of Ireland, Micheál Martin, at the White House, where he criticized the European Union's trade policies and showed no signs of changing his strategy on tariffs. Martin sought to avoid confrontation with Trump and emphasized the two-way investment between Ireland and the United States. Trump also discussed his challenges in expanding his hotel and golf course in Ireland and praised his family business. He mentioned his appreciation for Conor McGregor and took a dig at Rosie O'Donnell.

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