Priebus: Trump 'Not at All' Endorsing Le Pen in France

President Donald Trump is not backing far-right candidate Marine Le Pen in France's presidential election, White House chief of staff Reince Priebus said Sunday.

"No, not at all – he will support whoever the winner is," Priebus told NBC's "Meet The Press" with Chuck Todd. "We have a long term relationship that is historical with the French people and government – and, no matter who wins, that relationship will continue."

President Trump tweeted Sunday on the French election.

Very interesting election currently taking place in France.

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 23, 2017

Earlier this week, President Trump tweeted the aftermath of a terrorist attack in Paris will impact the election.

Another terrorist attack in Paris. The people of France will not take much more of this. Will have a big effect on presidential election!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 21, 2017

Host Todd pressed Priebus on whether that was a veiled endorsement for Le Pen.

"No, I think he may have some opinions as far as who he thinks might win, but certainly doesn't have a preference," Priebus responded, adding, "Other than a right of center person that believes in free markets."

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