Watch: Trump praises Liberian president's English, the country's official language
Summary
President Donald Trump met with Liberian President Joseph Boakai and praised his English skills during a meeting with African leaders at the White House. Trump was unaware that English is Liberia's official language, and Liberia was founded by freed American slaves.Key Facts
- President Trump met Liberian President Joseph Boakai at the White House.
- During the meeting, Trump complimented Boakai's English-speaking skills.
- Trump asked Boakai where he learned English, not knowing it's Liberia’s official language.
- Liberia is Africa’s oldest republic, founded in 1822.
- The country was established by freed American slaves for resettling free black people in Africa.
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