Rosie O’Donnell has made headlines once again following a controversial statement from former President Donald Trump, who threatened to revoke her U.S. citizenship. The exchange unfolded on July 12, 2025, when Trump claimed he was considering this drastic action due to O’Donnell’s outspoken criticism of him.
In a fiery response posted on Instagram, O’Donnell, 63, addressed Trump directly, saying, “Hey Donald — you’re rattled again? 18 years later and I still live rent-free in that collapsing brain of yours.” She continued to challenge his character, asserting, “You call me a threat to humanity – but I’m everything you fear: a loud woman, a queer woman, a mother who tells the truth, an American who got out of the country before you set it ablaze.”
O’Donnell’s post included a striking image of Trump posing with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, further emphasizing her disdain for the former president. She criticized Trump’s leadership, stating, “You build walls – I build a life for my autistic kid in a country where decency still exists. You crave loyalty – I teach my children to question power. You sell fear on golf courses — I nurture, I create, I persist. You are everything that is wrong with America — and I’m everything you hate about what’s still right with it.”
Trump’s comments, made via his social media platform Truth Social, claimed, “Because of the fact that Rosie O’Donnell is not in the best interests of our Great Country, I am giving serious consideration to taking away her Citizenship. She is a Threat to Humanity, and should remain in the wonderful Country of Ireland if they want her. GOD BLESS AMERICA!”
However, experts have pointed out that a president does not possess the authority to revoke the citizenship of a U.S.-born citizen. Julia Gelatt, an associate director at the Migration Policy Institute, explained to The New York Times, “U.S. citizens can relinquish their citizenship voluntarily, and federal courts can strip naturalized citizens of their citizenship if there is proven fraud or misrepresentation or other major cause. But U.S.-born citizens cannot have their citizenship taken away.”
This exchange has sparked conversations about freedom of speech and the rights of citizens in the face of political threats. O’Donnell, who recently moved to Ireland with her son, Clay, also shared her reasons for relocating, stating, “The president of the USA has always hated the fact that I see him for who he is — a criminal con man, sexual abusing liar out to harm our nation to serve himself. This is why I moved to Ireland.”
In an exclusive interview earlier this year, O’Donnell expressed her satisfaction with her new life in Ireland, highlighting the welcoming community and the quality of education her son has received. She remarked, “There’s a great, great school there. And Clay has done very well. They were really welcoming. I love the little town, the little village. It’s in the heart of Dublin, but it’s still a village where you know the name of the grocer and you know the name of the cashiers. People are unbearably kind in a way that shocks me every single day.”
As the back-and-forth continues, it’s clear that O’Donnell remains a prominent figure in Hollywood, unafraid to voice her opinions and stand her ground against political figures. Her resilience and commitment to her beliefs resonate with many fans and followers, especially in a time when political tensions are running high.
This latest exchange not only highlights the ongoing feud between O’Donnell and Trump but also serves as a reminder of the power of celebrity voices in shaping public discourse. As fans continue to follow O’Donnell’s journey, her unapologetic stance against political threats reinforces her status as a beloved and influential figure in the entertainment world.