I am not a racist: Trump

US President Donald Trump today said he is not a racist as he sought to steer clear of the controversy surrounding his reported remarks against immigrants from certain countries. He told reporters in Florida that he is not a racist. 

Earlier, during a meeting with a



bipartisan group of lawmakers last week, Mr Trump had expressed frustration over some participants pushing for immigrants from certain "shithole" countries. The President has himself denied having used that word but has admitted using "tough" language in the meeting.