WASHINGTON — US President Barack Obama and President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday discussed a range of domestic and foreign policy topics at the White House during their first meeting since Trump’s stunning election victory. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Obama said he would do everything he could to help the Republican succeed when he takes office on January 20 and urged that the country unite to face its challenges. Trump said the pair "discussed a lot of different situations — some wonderful and some difficulties," and said he looked forward to receiving Obama’s counsel. Trump won a historic upset against Democratic rival Hillary Clinton on Tuesday. The relaxed, cordial demeanor between Obama and Trump in front of the cameras was in stark contrast to the months of harsh rhetoric that came from both during a bitter election campaign. Trump used Obama as a punching bag during his campaign speeches, repeatedly calling the president’s policies — from healthcare to an Ira...
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