FILE PHOTO: A microphone hangs over the table as U.S. President Donald Trump holds a meeting on trade with members of congress at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 13, 2018. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

The following statements were posted to the verified Twitter accounts of U.S. President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump and @POTUS.

The opinions expressed are his own. Reuters has not edited the statements or confirmed their accuracy.

@realDonaldTrump :

- As we come together to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of African-Americans to our nation, our thoughts turn to the heroes of the civil rights movement whose courage and sacrifice have inspired us all. Proclamation: 45.wh.gov/c9Gvt9 [1315 EST]

- Today, I was honored to be joined by Republicans and Democrats from both the House and Senate, as well as members of my Cabinet - to discuss the urgent need to rebuild and restore America’s depleted infrastructure. 45.wh.gov/UDL9yE [1411 EST]

- My prayers and condolences to the families of the victims of the terrible Florida shooting. No child, teacher or anyone else should ever feel unsafe in an American school. [1550 EST]

- Just spoke to Governor Rick Scott. We are working closely with law enforcement on the terrible Florida school shooting. [1555 EST]

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