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

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s praise of the “beautiful” English of Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai has drawn confusion in ...

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

Critics accused Trump of being ignorant and offensive after he appeared surprised to hear the President of Liberia speak English well—despite English being the African nation’s official language.

English is the official language of Liberia, a west African nation formed by freed American and Caribbean slaves. Its capital, Monrovia, pays tribute to former U.S. President James Monroe, who ...

President Donald Trump made an embarrassing gaffe when he praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his strong grasp of ...

Trump made the remarks at a White House meeting with the leaders of several African nations. Many Liberians are the ...