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No, Trump Can’t Take Rosie O’Donnell’s Citizenship

Constitution and Gavel
Constitution and Gavel
Written by Scott K. James

Trump floated taking Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship—yep, that’s not how citizenship works. It’s hilarious, sure, but it’s also a distraction we didn’t need.

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: President Trump said something constitutionally impossible but wildly entertaining. This time? He floated the idea of deporting Rosie O’Donnell. Newsmax picked it up and ran with it like they were auditioning for TMZ with a congressman’s wig.

The Bullet Point Brief

  • Trump said he’d consider revoking Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship. Where’s the legal fairy tale book he got that from?
  • Reminder: Even presidents have to follow the Constitution. Founders included that for a reason—no kings allowed.
  • Rosie’s worldview is… let’s say generously described as unhinged. But being annoying isn’t a deportable offense (yet).
  • Trump likely doesn’t mean half the stuff he blurts out—it’s red meat for the base and lighter fluid on the media bonfire.
  • Funniest part? Both sides are now pretending like Rosie and her drama matter again in 2025. Lord help us all.

My Bottom Line

Look—I voted for Trump three times. Policy-wise, I like what he brings to the table: lower taxes, strong borders, energy independence—you know, actual adult priorities. But every time he opens his mouth and says stupid crap like threatening to revoke someone’s citizenship over political differences, I want to slap my own forehead so hard it leaves an impeachment mark.

Let me be clear: Rosie O’damn-Donnell may be a grating presence in American pop culture—I don’t know how we share a flag—but calling her a threat to humanity is an Olympic-level exaggeration. She’s more of a threat to my mental stability than anything else. And Trump? Buddy—you’re not a king with a magic passport shredder. This whole “I’ll take her citizenship” line is comic book nonsense and makes all of us who actually respect the Constitution look ridiculous.

Here’s what people forget: Trump says wild things for shock value—most of it never sticks because there’s no intent behind it other than feeding headlines and triggering liberals into emotional meltdowns. But when you joke around with serious ideas like stripping someone of their birthright as an American citizen because you hate their tweets? That doesn’t just stir the pot—it spills it all over your damn lap and burns your credibility with it.

We’re trying to fix inflation, secure our border, get domestic energy rolling again—and this is what makes news? Threatening Rosie freaking O’Donnell with exile? Come on, Don—tighten it up. If we’re gonna MAGA again, we can’t keep faceplanting into constitutional guardrails for sport.

About the author

Scott K. James

A 4th generation Northern Colorado native, Scott K. James is a veteran broadcaster, professional communicator, and principled leader. Widely recognized for his thoughtful, common-sense approach to addressing issues that affect families, businesses, and communities, Scott, his wife, Julie, and son, Jack, call Johnstown, Colorado, home. A former mayor of Johnstown, James is a staunch defender of the Constitution and the rule of law, the free market, and the power of the individual. Scott has delighted in a lifetime of public service and continues that service as a Weld County Commissioner representing District 2.

1 Comment

  • If it made Rosie squirm for even a minute, I’m all for it. But I get what you are saying.