Trump’s Irish unity quip rekindles Northern Ireland referendum debate
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Trump’s comments endorsing a united Ireland during his visit to Ireland have rekindled a polarized Northern Ireland debate. UK Prime Minister Burnham says there will be no referendum soon, Sinn Féin urges planning for unity, and analysts note the Good Friday Agreement still centers the decision in NI voters, with public support for unification remaining mixed.
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- For Trump, a Golf Trip to Ireland Tees Up a Reunification Controversy WSJ
- Trump Says Irish Unification Would Be ‘Fantastic,’ Breaking With Precedent The New York Times
- Trump's backing for a united Ireland has reignited a divisive political issue. Here's what to know AP News
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