WATCH: Trump remembers Jesse Jackson at Black History Month event
Summary
President Donald Trump spoke at a White House event honoring Black History Month, where he remembered the late civil rights leader Jesse Jackson. He also highlighted the work of Alice Marie Johnson, a criminal justice advocate he pardoned, and addressed accusations of racism, mentioning endorsements from Black celebrities.Key Facts
- President Trump remembered Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader, as a person with lots of personality and street smarts.
- The event was part of a Black History Month commemoration at the White House.
- Alice Marie Johnson, who was pardoned by Trump after serving over 21 years for a nonviolent drug offense, spoke about her role as a pardon advisor.
- Johnson praised Trump for giving her a second chance and highlighted his support for Black Americans.
- Trump addressed accusations of racism by referencing endorsements from Black public figures like Mike Tyson.
- He mentioned former NFL player Herschel Walker, who is the U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas.
- The White House event did not include mention of a recent controversial social media post by Trump about the Obamas.
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