The Outburst
On July 12, 2025, former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social with a blistering post targeting Rosie O’Donnell, calling her a “Threat to Humanity.” He announced he is “seriously considering” revoking her U.S. citizenship and urged her to stay in Ireland, where she moved earlier this year .
Why It Matters
O’Donnell is natural-born, having been born in New York in 1962. Under the 14th Amendment, citizenship cannot be revoked by the president—only the courts can remove it in extraordinary cases, such as fraud in naturalization—but that doesn’t apply here.
Legal experts were quick to emphasize that Trump has no constitutional authority to strip her citizenship—especially since she meets none of the legal criteria for involuntary loss.
The Backstory: Their Public Feud
- The feud dates back to 2006, when O’Donnell criticized Trump on The View. Trump responded with a barrage of insults, including calling her a “fat pig” during a 2015 GOP debate.
- O’Donnell, a high-profile comedian, television personality, and LGBTQ+ advocate, has been a vocal Trump critic for nearly two decades.
O’Donnell’s Response & Move to Ireland
- In early 2025, citing concerns about Project 2025, her mental health, and the wellbeing of her non-binary autistic son, O’Donnell relocated to Ireland, where she’s pursuing citizenship through ancestry .
- She retorted to Trump’s threat by sharing an ancient photo of him with Jeffrey Epstein and rebuking him as an “evil man child”. She reaffirmed her stance as a “queer, truth‑telling mother.”
Legal and Political Fallout
- Constitutionality
- The 14th Amendment protects citizenship for those born in the U.S. Trump cannot legally strip it. Even naturalized individuals retain citizenship unless proven guilty of fraud or other extreme actions.
- Birthright Citizenship Battle
- Trump’s ongoing fight against birthright citizenship through executive orders and proposed policies has repeatedly faced judicial roadblocks. A recent federal court in New Hampshire even issued a nationwide injunction .
- Free Speech Ramifications
- Critics argue Trump’s remarks signal a dangerous disregard for free speech protections by targeting vocal opponents in an attempt to silence dissent.
🔍 Final Take
This episode underscores a striking escalation in Trump’s rhetoric and a troubling attempt to leverage political power against a longtime critic. While legally impotent, the move fuels debate over the limits of executive power—and intensifies scrutiny of both the constitutional system and unfettered political speech.
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