Trump praises ex-aide accused of domestic abuse

International Desk: US President Donald Trump has paid tribute to an ex-aide who quit this week amid domestic abuse allegations, reports BBC on Saturday.

"We wish him well," he said in his first public remarks on the claims against ex-White House staff secretary Rob Porter. "He worked very hard."

Chief of staff John Kelly reportedly offered to resign his post over his handling of the matter.

It is alleged Mr Porter, 40, gave one ex-wife a black eye while another filed a restraining order. He denies it.

Despite the allegations, he received interim security clearance to act as gatekeeper to the US president. Mr Porter resigned on Wednesday.

Mr Trump's remarks come a day after the White House said it could have better handled the accusations.



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