Trump praised Duterte's deadly drug-war campaign

Date: 2017-04-29
Entry type: authoritarian-alignment
Current status: The reported call language is not a legal finding about either leader.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-03

Entities and roles

Rodrigo DutertePhilippine president receiving the praise
Donald J. Trumppresident offering the praise

Claims and evidence

factreported
A transcript reported by The Washington Post records Trump congratulating Rodrigo Duterte for an “unbelievable job” on the Philippines' drug problem amid Duterte's deadly campaign.
- The Washington Post: Trump's praise for Duterte's drug war underscores his contempt for human rightsReported April 29 call transcript