During a White House meeting with African leaders, former President Donald Trump complimented Liberian President Joseph Boakai on his English proficiency. Boakai, speaking in English, affirmed Liberia's friendship with the United States and expressed support for Trump's "Make America Great Again" policy, advocating for increased US investment in Liberia. While seemingly a polite exchange, the comment raised eyebrows as English is Liberia's official language, a fact widely known. The meeting aimed to foster stronger relationships between the US and African nations, with Boakai using the opportunity to highlight Liberia's economic potential.