Barack Obama actually said...

The British and French are our closest and most effective partners in bringing pressure against terrorist groups that would threaten Western interests.

Context

Press Release - Statement by National Security Council Spokesperson Ned Price on Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco's meeting with British and French counterparts.

12/11/2016

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