Trump Celebrates Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen DeGeneres Fleeing US: 'I Feel So Bad For Them'

Trump’s Criticism of Comedians and Their Response

President Donald Trump has recently made headlines with his comments on comedians Rosie O’Donnell and Ellen DeGeneres, whom he accused of suffering from “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” This accusation came after both celebrities admitted to leaving the United States following his election victory in 2024. Trump expressed his views during an appearance on the New York Post’s Pod Force One, where he discussed a range of topics, including his ongoing rivalry with O’Donnell.

During the conversation, host Miranda Devine brought up the topic of O’Donnell and DeGeneres fleeing the country. Trump responded with a sarcastic remark, saying, “I feel so badly for them,” before adding that O’Donnell is “so bad.” He then asked if it was a relief that they had left, suggesting that their absence might be beneficial for the country.

Both O’Donnell and DeGeneres have openly acknowledged their decision to move abroad after the 2024 election. O’Donnell now resides in Ireland, while DeGeneres has chosen to live in the UK. Trump claimed that he doesn’t often think about their departure, but he did mention that he used to appear on DeGeneres’ show frequently. He expressed confusion over their actions, stating, “You take a look at them, it’s like, what’s going on?”

Trump agreed with Devine’s assertion that both comedians suffer from “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” He argued that the country is currently performing well, stating, “It is the hottest country in the world right now.” However, he also suggested that he was considering serious measures against O’Donnell, including revoking her citizenship. This statement was made on his social media platform, Truth Social.

A Long-Running Feud

The tension between Trump and O’Donnell dates back to a tense interview on The View in 2006. The feud resurfaced during a 2015 debate when Trump was questioned about his past remarks about women. In response, he humorously mentioned using terms like “pig” and “slob” to describe O’Donnell. This comment sparked further controversy and deepened the animosity between the two.

Since relocating to Ireland, O’Donnell has continued to voice her concerns about the 2024 election results. She has raised questions about the legitimacy of the election and even promoted a conspiracy theory that Elon Musk played a role in influencing the outcome in Trump’s favor. These claims have drawn attention and added fuel to the ongoing debate.

Devine, during the Pod Force One discussion, suggested that O’Donnell’s notoriety has grown significantly due to her feud with Trump. She noted that O’Donnell may be more famous than ever, despite previously not achieving widespread success. Trump echoed this sentiment, acknowledging that she might be doing better than she ever has before.

The Debate Moment That Defined the Feud

Trump fondly recalled a specific moment during the 2015 debate when he criticized O’Donnell. He described how the audience reacted with laughter when he mentioned her by name. “The big moment was the debate, when we had the debate and I said, only Rosie O’Donnell, when they mentioned lots of bad things. I said, only Rosie O’Donnell, and the whole audience burst into laughter,” he shared.

Despite the comedic nature of the exchange, Trump maintained that there is a deeper issue at play. He suggested that the situation could be acceptable, given the current circumstances. While his comments were lighthearted, they underscored the ongoing tensions between him and the comedians, highlighting the impact of political rhetoric on public figures.