“He had to write it down”: Photo reveals Donald Trump’s “unbelievable” notes
A photo has revealed US President Donald Trump’s notes on how to respond to survivor of school shootings – and the internet is not impressed.
Trump held a meeting with those affected by school shootings to “host a conversation on how to improve school safety”.
He met with parents, teachers and students at the White House, including survivors of school shootings in Parkland, Florida, Columbine, Colorado, and Newtown, Connecticut.
But a photo of the US President’s personal notes appears to list potential questions and responses for a “listening session” he held with students.
The first point states: “What would you most want me to know about your experience?”
Other points are blocked but the fifth and final point simply says: “I hear you”.
The backlash on the internet was swift, with many asking why the President needs notes to remind him to be empathetic.
"I hear you." He had to write it down. Unbelievable.#Trump #ParklandStudentsSpeak https://t.co/E9rV7I6xMf
— LDN (@klaatu29) February 22, 2018
The meeting comes after a school shooting on Valentine’s Day at Marjory Stoneman High School in Parkland, Florida killed 17 people. The shooter, Nikolas Cruz, 19, has been charged with 17 counts of premeditated murder.
The shooting has reignited the debate about gun control in America, particularly galvanising families who lost loved ones.
Trump pledged action and said he was considering backing proposals to arm teachers.