Members of Enoch Burke's family stage protest in Washington

At least four members of Mr Burke's family, including his parents, stood outside a barrier at the edge of the White House compound holding up signs

Members of Enoch Burke's family staged a protest in the vicinity of the White House in Washington DC in advance of the ceremonial presentation of shamrocks to the US president by the Taoiseach.

The family was spotted on a flight to the US capital on Tuesday afternoon which led to speculation that they may have been invited by Elon Musk, who has previously posted on his X platform in support of the jailed teacher.