The Emperor's Guard: What Ireland's Hefty Security Measures Reveal About Trump's Visit Ireland's deployment of 4,000 police and snipers to protect US President Donald Trump during his visit has sparked controversy.
The sheer scale of the security operation is unprecedented in Ireland and sends a clear message: Trump requires an army to safeguard him from his own people.
Trump's trip to Ireland is as much about promoting his business interests as it is about diplomacy.