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Rebecca Black

Irish premier marking 250 years of US independence during visit to Philadelpia

Taoiseach Micheal Martin (centre) and his wife Mary Martin (centre right) climbs the iconic Rocky Steps at the East entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art during his visit to the US for St Patrick’s Day. Picture date: Saturday March 14, 2026. - (PA Wire)

Ireland’s premier is marking 250 years of United States independence during a visit to Philadelphia.

Taoiseach Micheal Martin’s visit to the Pennsylvanian city comes as part of the annual visit by Ireland’s leader to the US for St Patrick’s Day, which will include a meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.

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