TWO GREENS at Trump International Golf Links and Hotel in Doonbeg have been damaged by vandals.
Both the first and eighteenth holes at the esteemed golf course were damaged in an attack which has been described as “childish” and “criminal”. An Garda Síochána have confirmed they are investigating the matter.
Hours after US President Donald Trump met with Taoiseach Micheál Martin (FF) on Wednesday in The White House, vandals took to the Trump owned golf resort in West Clare and dug up parts of the first and eighteenth green.
Palestinian flags were planted by the three individuals who entered the five-star Doonbeg property.
General Manager of the Doonbeg resort, Joe Russell confirmed it was “business as usual” following the incident.
A spokesperson for the resort said, “This was a childish, criminal act but the incredible team at Trump Doonbeg will ensure it does not impact business. We have the greatest course in the world and are so proud of the tremendous success and we look forward to a great season ahead”.
An Garda Síochána confirmed they are investigating an incident of criminal damage. They are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. In particular, they are asking anyone who was in West Clare area between 5pm and midnight, and who may have video footage including dash-cam, to make this available to them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Gardaí in Kilrush who are carrying out inquiries into what happened and who may be responsible.
Donald Trump’s last visit to Doonbeg was in May 2023 where he suggested a potential name change to the property may be on the cards. The Taoiseach described the resort as “stunning” during his visit to Washington and he said Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District, Cllr Rita McInerney (FF) asked to thank Mr Trump and his family for their continued investment and support in Doonbeg.
Trump Doonbeg is the biggest employer in West Clare, at peak season it employs over 300 people. 2023 was a record year for the business when profits more than doubled to €2.06m.
