Trump lifts Irish whiskey tariff and backs reunification, sparking diplomatic tension
President Donald Trump announced the elimination of the 10 % U. S. tariff on Irish whiskey and said he would like to see the island unified during the Irish Open ceremony, prompting diplomatic friction with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and raising concerns among unionist communities.
The remarks followed weeks of planned demonstrations in Dublin and Shannon organized by activist groups. A poll showed 69 % of Irish respondents opposed the trip, citing his perceived support for Israel. Trump arrived in Dublin on September 12, met senior Irish officials and the president before traveling to the Doonbeg golf resort for the tournament.