Connecticut Gov. Dan Malloy (D) flew the Haitian flag at the governor's residence on Friday, one day after President Trump Donald John TrumpBiden leads Trump by 36 points nationally among Latinos: poll Trump dismisses climate change role in fires, says Newsom needs to manage forest better Jimmy Kimmel hits Trump for rallies while hosting Emmy Awards MORE reportedly referred to Haiti, El Salvador and African nations as "shithole countries."

Friday is also the eight-year anniversary of a deadly earthquake in the country, which critics of the president, including former President Clinton, have noted on social media.

"The US is a nation of immigrants who originate from countries throughout the world. We should celebrate this diversity, not denigrate and shame it," Malloy said in a tweet.

The flag of #Haiti is flying at the Governor's Residence in #Hartford in solidarity w/ Haitian-Americans & others in the US.



"The US is a nation of immigrants who originate from countries throughout the world. We should celebrate this diversity, not denigrate and shame it." –DM pic.twitter.com/ZpLcKCQvg7 — Governor Dan Malloy (@GovMalloyOffice) January 12, 2018

The Washington Post first reported on Thursday that the president had referred to Haiti, El Salvador and African nations as "shithole countries" during a meeting on immigration reform.

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Trump also reportedly suggested that the U.S. should bring in more immigrants from countries like Norway.

The president has denied the report, saying he did not use that language.

Never said anything derogatory about Haitians other than Haiti is, obviously, a very poor and troubled country. Never said “take them out.” Made up by Dems. I have a wonderful relationship with Haitians. Probably should record future meetings - unfortunately, no trust! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 12, 2018

The reported remarks have sparked outrage on both sides of the political aisle.