Donald Trump took some of his morning "Executive Time" to attempt some cleanup in the aftermath of calling Haiti and African nations "shithole countries."
Yesterday, aftere the report by The Washington Post about the comment made in the presence of lawmakers in the Oval Office, the White House issued a statement that did not deny his use of the slur.
Today, is a different story. At first, he was standing strong on the comments as they seemed to play well to his base.
Trump spent last night phoning allies and friends, asking them how they thought the “shithole” remark was playing out in the press. One White House official referred to it as a “victory lap.”— Kaitlan Collins (@kaitlancollins) January 12, 2018
Then, on Trump "fave rave" TV show Fox & Friends, the hosts denounced the comment and said he should "walk it back:"
At 7:06 am, Fox & Friends' Brian Kilmeade said Trump "made a mistake" with the "shithole" comment and should "walk it back."
— Matthew Gertz (@MattGertz) January 12, 2018
At 7:28 am, Trump Tweeted that that was "not the language used." pic.twitter.com/t1fr5RxHKJ
And he did...
The language used by me at the DACA meeting was tough, but this was not the language used. What was really tough was the outlandish proposal made - a big setback for DACA!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 12, 2018
Never said anything derogatory about Haitians other than Haiti is, obviously, a very poor and troubled country. Never said “take them out.” Made up by Dems. I have a wonderful relationship with Haitians. Probably should record future meetings - unfortunately, no trust!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 12, 2018
BREAKING: Democrat Sen. Durbin, who was in meeting with Pres. Trump: "He said these hate-filled things." https://t.co/yUHQuZIOCm pic.twitter.com/s9fMhtcguR
— MSNBC (@MSNBC) January 12, 2018
Yesterday, Donald Trump reaffirmed he is a racist.— Ana Navarro (@ananavarro) January 12, 2018
Today, Donald Trump reaffirmed he is a liar. https://t.co/SHl6lXjt3U
BREAKING (Reuters): The United States Ambassador to Panama has resigned, saying he can no longer serve this president.— Facts Do Matter (@WilDonnelly) January 12, 2018
43% of immigrants from “shithole” African countries have a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to 33% of the overall American population.
— Frank Luntz (@FrankLuntz) January 11, 2018
“Nigerian-Americans, for instance, have a median household income well above the American average.”https://t.co/Vmk3vkOLyd
It’s not how a president should speak. It’s not how a president should behave. Most of all, it’s not what a president should believe. We’re better than this.— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) January 12, 2018
Dear Donald Trump/@realDonaldTrump— Ulrich J van Vuuren (@UlrichJvV) January 12, 2018
I just wanted to show you the Africa I love. The land of endless possibilities. Unmatched beauty. The continent of strong, fearless, endearing, friendly and inspiring people. My photos from home. Regards and tsek, Ulrich. pic.twitter.com/Xs0nBj4SJ5
Hey #ShitHolePresident ! Here is what my #shithole looks like pic.twitter.com/CDIHKeYqCH
— Harold Isaac (@haroldisaac) January 12, 2018
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