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Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros

Trump’s visit drew road closures, hundreds of police officers and scores of protesters as locals debated the resort’s jobs and tourism value.

  • President Donald Trump spent the weekend at his Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, attending the Irish Open while road closures, hundreds of police officers, and scores of protesters descended on the remote County Clare village.
  • Since purchasing the financially struggling resort in 2014, Trump's organization transformed it into a significant economic boon for the region, though the property has consistently remained a source of local friction and debate.
  • Clare County Council granted conditional approval in February for a 320-capacity ballroom, yet environmentalists continue blocking construction, citing threats to protected narrow-mouthed whorl snails under European Union rules.
  • Dozens of protesters gathered on Doonbeg's main street on Sunday carrying Palestinian flags and placards criticizing Trump's policies on the Gaza war, immigration, and the environment.
  • While Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin called the course a "valuable asset," activist Sarah Clancy countered that economic dependence on foreign investment should not preclude opposition to presidential policies.
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Trump has support in Doonbeg, though tiny snails have snagged his Irish golf course plans

President Donald Trump's visit to Ireland has attracted protests, but in one corner of the country there is strong support. His golf resort in Doonbeg has brought jobs and tourists, making it an economic lifeline for the area. However, some…

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Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros

DUBLIN (AP) — It's no secret that President Donald Trump loves the game of golf. He likes to watch, play, include pros in his foursomes and even design courses. He also isn't shy about his friendships with the pros.

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
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