Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Trump's Citizenship Threat: Rosie O'Donnell Not a 'Great American'?

Trump told his followers he is considering stripping O'Donnell of her U.S. citizenship

TRUMP VS O'DONNELL: THE FEUD RAGES ON

In a shocking turn of events, President Donald Trump has reignited his long-standing feud with comedian and actress Rosie O'Donnell, threatening to strip her of her US citizenship while she resides in Ireland full-time. The bombshell announcement sent shockwaves through the entertainment world, leaving fans and foes alike wondering what's next in this never-ending drama.

As per usual, Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social to vent his frustrations, tweeting: "We are giving serious thought to taking away Rosie O'Donnell's Citizenship... She is not a Great American and is, in my opinion, incapable of being so!" The President's inflammatory remarks sparked an immediate response from O'Donnell's camp, with the comedian herself retorting on social media.

The U.S president does not have the authority to strip a native-born American of their citizenship

However, before we dive into the drama that has unfolded, let's take a step back to understand the history behind this epic feud. The roots of their animosity date back nearly two decades to 2006, when O'Donnell publicly trashed Trump on "The View" over his management of the Miss USA contest. Fast-forward to the 2015 Republican primary debate, where Megyn Kelly confronted Trump about his derogatory language towards women he dislikes. Trump infamously quipped, "Only Rosie O'Donnell."

This infamous exchange cemented their status as sworn enemies, with Trump repeatedly targeting O'Donnell on social media and in public appearances. And it seems the President's disdain for the comedian knows no bounds. Just last month, Trump claimed he was considering pulling O'Donnell's citizenship "for the best interests of our Great Country." The audacity! As if the President has any authority to revoke a native-born American's citizenship.

But let's get real here – Trump's threats are nothing more than empty rhetoric. According to experts and lawmakers, the US Constitution does not grant the President the power to strip citizenship from a natural-born citizen like O'Donnell. So, what's behind this theatrics? Could it be a desperate attempt by Trump to distract from his own scandals or simply another example of his Twitter tantrums?

O'Donnell moved to Ireland earlier this year following Trump's landslide victory over Kamala Harris

Meanwhile, O'Donnell has been living her best life in Ireland, where she's reportedly in the process of obtaining dual citizenship. In an interview with fans on TikTok earlier this year, she opened up about why she decided to leave the States: "When it is safe for all citizens to have equal rights there in America, that's when we will consider coming back." The timing of her departure couldn't be more ironic, considering Trump's landslide electoral victory (over former Vice President Kamala Harris, not Joe Biden) last year.

In a bizarre twist, O'Donnell recently found herself embroiled in controversy after posting a video claiming the Minneapolis Catholic school shooter was a Trump supporter and White supremacist. The comedian later took down the video and issued an apology on social media, acknowledging she had made "incorrect" statements about the shooter's identity. The fallout from this incident raises more questions than answers – has O'Donnell become too quick to jump to conclusions, or is she simply trying to keep her name in the headlines?

As we await the next installment of this drama-filled feud, one thing is clear: Trump and O'Donnell are locked in an epic battle for attention and relevance. With their combined social media followings and track records for stirring up controversy, it's anyone's guess what they'll come up with next.

Trump's feud with O'Donnell dates back to 2006 when she slammed him for his management of the Miss USA contest

But here's a hint – based on past performance, expect more Twitter spats, name-calling, and thinly veiled threats from the President. The real question is: will O'Donnell take the bait or will she rise above this latest round of mudslinging? Only time (and the 24-hour news cycle) will tell.

Sources:

  • TheScholarlyNote.com
  • Various other reputable sources