While the Trump administration called the president's remarks a "heartfelt compliment," Liberians watching the event said his ...

President Donald Trump was visibly impressed by how well Liberian President Joseph Boakai spoke English, the West Africa ...

"Well, thank you," Trump responded. "And such good English. Such beautiful - where did you - where did you learn to speak so beautifully? Where - where were you educated? Where?" ...

Founded in 1822 by freed African Americans, Liberia has spoken English as its official language ever since — making Trump’s remark deeply tone-deaf.

Trump’s surprise at Liberian President Boakai’s English sparks backlash, with many calling the remarks patronizing despite official reassurances.

President Donald Trump’s sit down with Liberian President Joseph Boakai took the world by storm after he praised the African leader for speaking “good English.” But what’s more jarring about Trump’s ...

U.S. President Donald Trump’s praise for the “beautiful” English of Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai sparked confusion on ...

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) had a different take. “Asking the President of Liberia where he learned English when it’s ...

By bawintern1 on President Donald Trump recently hosted a meeting at the White House with five African leaders, including Liberian President Joseph Boakai. While the gathering focused on building ...