Watch: Terminally-Ill Man Gets Phone Call From President Donald Trump | NBC News

President Trump called a terminally-ill man and gave him an encouraging message. Captured on video, Jay Barrett, who suffers from cystic fibrosis, received a phone call from the president, which was a wish on his “bucket list.” The call was orchestrated by Barrett’s sister and local Connecticut politicians from both parties.

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[stevewill]

this man passed away...may he rest in peace

[zacshifler]

I met Trump years ago outside one of his hotels. I didnt know a whole lot about him. He talked to me for probably 3 mins even though he was busy. He made sure I was enjoying his hotel. He knew the details of my specific room. Super nice. I passed him again the next day and he spoke with me again and remembered my name. I couldnt believe how normal he was

[SpoethCreations]

Just so everyone knows, Jay Barrett passed away 8 days after this phone call. His sister said it was the best week of his life. A Democrat politician arranged the phone call, and NBC had the courage to show this story despite the likely backlash from their Democrat supporters. Everyone involved in this deserves praise.

[jaytothesun]

This is so heartwarming. Never been a big fan of Trump but this just makes me feel good when I watch it. I appreciate trump for that.

[jayvega]

I'm way more shocked of the fact that NBC shared a positive story about trump.

[MylesC]

NBC just post something positive about our president?

[cocococo]

R.I.P
Trump talked to him like an old friend. Love him or hate him, respect.

[chrisw]

This guy just wanted to talk to the president of America before he died. Not a bad bucket list if you ask me.

[almonte]

I’m not a fan of trump but this is just heartwarming to watch.

[garretshook]

Jay passed away recently.
Rest in peace, patriot.

[tacoboss]

Not a trump supporter but dam this is wholesome

[geraldysjunk]

He doesn't even sound like the president. He just sounds like an old friend calling to check on his friend.

[llllllllll]

I’m sorry but politics do not matter I’m just happy he called. And I cannot believe I’m saying it

[heatherloughlin]

I’m sorry for the loss of this tenacious American. RIP, dear soul.

[ITzBeon]

How can 1k people dislike a man getting his dying wish... honestly wtf

[moe]

I may not agree with Trump on Everything, but I give him massive respect for calling this man.

[al.trzy_blu.e]

Our President just said he was HONORED to be speaking with Jay... that is powerful...

[AP-kllk]

Didn’t realize this man passed, sure speaking with Trump made his day.

[devinedwards]

Say whatever you want about Trump, but this was so nice

[hachezeta]

He died a week later... Rest in the heaven dude.