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'I am not a racist' — Trump defends himself after comments about Haiti and African nations

West Palm Beach, Fla. • President Donald Trump defended himself Sunday in the wake of recent disparaging comments about Haiti and African nations, declaring that “I am not a racist.”

Asked what he thinks about people who think he is racist, Trump said, “No, No. I am not a racist.” He told reporters: “I am the least racist person you have ever interviewed. That I can tell you.”

Trump also denied making the statements attributed to him, but avoided specifics about what he did or did not say.

“Did you see what various senators in the room said about my comments?