Trump's comments to Liberian President Joseph Boakai were reminiscent of an offensive phrase that's commonly directed at Black people, experts say.

In the video, the President of Liberia, Joseph Boakai, thanks Donald Trump for the opportunity to work with the United States. In response, Trump asks Boakai how he learned to speak English...not realizing that English is the official language of Liberia.

Phay and her partner have two daughters, and they barely make ends meet. Determined not to have more children, she went to a health worker in her village, but contraception pills, implants and condoms had run out.

With the US abruptly ending its foreign aid support via USAID this year there has been a sense of betrayal in Liberia.

As President Joseph Boakai and his administration prepare for the U.S.-Africa Leaders' Summit in Washington, D.C., scheduled for July 9-11, 2025, hosted by President Donald J. Trump, he faces a crucial moment to advance Liberia's economic interests.