Donald Trump: Jose Altuve seems 'much taller than I thought'

Donald Trump was surprised by one thing during the Astros when he met them for their customary visit to the White House after winning the World Series last season.

Five-foot-six Jose Altuve seemed taller than he had thought, the President said.

Cue, this moment:

"He's much taller than I thought," Trump said. "Unbelievable. That's a hell of team. Congratulations Jose, what you've done is really incredible."

Perhaps, Trump is used to seeing him in photos like this:

Or this:

Everyone on social media also had a good time with Altuve's facial expression, caught in one awkward moment:

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