Trump clarifies 'I'm the boss' remark at G7

Trump clarified his 'I'm the boss' quip at the G7 was an attempt at humor, not a power play.

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President Donald Trump clarified that his 'I'm the boss' remark at the G7 summit was made in jest, saying he was 'trying to be funny, not the boss.' The comment, which drew laughs from fellow leaders on the final day of the summit, had previously sparked diplomatic speculation. Trump explained he was 'just being cute, funny' and that it was not a serious statement about his role.

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Trump further clarified he was 'trying to be funny, not the boss' in response to the viral remark.

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