Recently, former President Donald Trump stated that the unification of Ireland would be fantastic .

That comment breaks with decades of long-standing U.S. foreign policy on Northern Ireland.

Reports indicate the remark has prompted analysis of possible political fallout and next steps.

No formal reaction from the U.S. government or Irish leaders has been reported .

The statement showed up in recent coverage from The New York Times, BBC, and The Washington Post.

Those reports describe Trump's position as a departure from long-standing precedent.

Analysts are now waiting to see reactions from London, Dublin, and Washington.