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Trump Praises Liberian President’s English, Ignites Backlash Over “Ignorant” Comment

President Donald Trump hosts a multilateral luncheon with African leaders, Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in the State Dining Room. (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)

During a meeting with leaders of several African nations at the White House on Wednesday, President Donald Trump sparked criticism after complimenting Liberian President Joseph Boakai on his English-speaking skills — despite English being Liberia’s national language. “Well, thank you,” Trump said after Boakai delivered remarks. “And such good English, …

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