Taoiseach rejects criticism of his White House performance

The Taoiseach has rejected criticism following his recent meeting with the US President.

Sligo Leitrim TD Martin Kenny described the visit of the Taoiseach to the white house as a missed opportunity to raise the concerns of the Irish People over the ongoing conflicts in Gazza and the Ukraine.

The Sinn Fein TD says he expected the Taoiseach to be more vocal on the current conflicts in Gazza and the Ukraine.

Micheál Martin says his top objective in Washington this week was to protect the Irish economy.

The Taoiseach says heading into the week of meetings, he prioritised one thing: