The former president spoke briefly next to Harvey, who appeared uncomfortable on camera (viaC-SPAN).

The pair shared a brief handshake before Trump returned upstairs, leaving Harvey alone with the camera crews.

When asked if he and Trump were planning a show together, Harvey smiled and said no.

Donald Trump and Steve Harvey

In reality, Harvey met Trump to discuss turning inner-city schools into vision centers for STEM education.

It was a noble effort that produced results, but not without a headache on Harvey’s account.

“It was a really cool meeting,” he said.

Donald Trump and Steve Harvey

Still, the comedian also said the backlash afterward was more swift than expected.

“I did not see that coming.

Jesus,” he told The Hollywood Reporter.

Steve Harvey speaks to reporters

“I was being called names that I’ve never been called.

You’ll meet with him some other time.'

God, I should’ve listened.”

R&B singerChrisette Michele’s performance at Donald Trump’s inaugural ball flatlined her career.

I’m from the hood.

I’ve been trying to do my part for years for boys and girls."