Watch: Trump takes swipe at Indian journalist, sparks racism row

 During a White House press interaction, President Trump questioned an Indian journalist’s nationality before taking her question, later stating he was “kidding.” He then described Indian Prime Minister Modi as a “good friend” and expressed confidence in a trade agreement, asserting the US now benefits significantly from its economic ties with India. During a White House press interaction, President Trump questioned an Indian journalist’s nationality before taking her question, later stating he was “kidding.” He then described Indian Prime Minister Modi as a “good friend” and expressed confidence in a trade agreement, asserting the US now benefits significantly from its economic ties with India.