The exchange took place during a meeting in the White House between Trump and five West African leaders on Wednesday.

Never mind that Liberia's official language is in fact English, Trump's statement proves he either knows nothing about the country or that he just doesn't care.

A seemingly offhand remark by U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked backlash in Liberia, where many viewed his comments as patronizing rather than complimentary. During a meeting with West African ...