[#Trump Asks Liberia’s President Where He Learned English#] #American Netizens Call Trump’s Comment Inappropriate#
On the 9th, local time, US President Donald Trump met with leaders from five African countries at the White House. After briefing, Liberia’s President Boakai was praised by Trump for his excellent English skills and asked where he learned it. Boakai responded that he learned English in Liberia. Trump then remarked, “That’s really interesting. Some of the people sitting here speak English much worse than this.”
Several foreign media outlets reported on this news, mentioning that English is the official language of Liberia. American media noted dissatisfaction among Liberians towards Trump’s comments. A Liberian diplomat commented that Trump’s remarks to an African president from a country speaking English as a first language gave the impression of being condescending. The White House attempted to clarify Trump’s remarks, stating that his comments were “sincere compliments.”