WASHINGTON, D.C.: President Barack Obama cautioned against dire predictions for Donald Trump’s presidency Monday (Tuesday in Manila), saying his Republican successor faces a reality check if he tries to enact his most controversial campaign promises.

The outgoing Democratic leader made his comments at a wide-ranging news conference before he embarked on a farewell visit to Europe to reassure worried allies about a man he once warned was “unfit” to lead the United States.

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