April 25th 2024.
Stephen A. Smith caused quite a stir last week when he appeared on Fox News and referred to Donald Trump as "relatable" to the Black community due to his ongoing criminal trial. However, the well-known sports commentator is now backtracking on his comments and has issued a formal apology to the Black community for speaking on their behalf during his appearance on Sean Hannity's show.
In a video posted to his YouTube channel on Monday, April 22, Smith addressed the backlash he received for his words, which were misconstrued in the media. He acknowledged that many people in the Black community, including his family, friends, and even the NAACP, were offended by his statements and offered a sincere apology for any harm or offense caused.
Smith then took the opportunity to explain his words and clarify his stance, stating that he was taken out of context. He emphasized that his comments were not meant to associate support for Trump with the legal issues he is facing, but rather to highlight the growing support he seems to be gaining among communities of color. Smith also called out Trump's history of making derogatory and racist remarks towards the Black community, such as questioning President Obama's citizenship.
Despite his intentions being harmless, Smith acknowledged that his words could still cause harm and offense, and he took full accountability for that. He also clarified that he never meant to harm or assault the Black community, as he himself is a part of it.
Smith's apology came after his appearance on Hannity's show, where he seemingly credited Trump's growing support among Black voters to his ongoing criminal trial. However, the NAACP quickly called him out for seemingly defending Trump's statements and reports of him being "relatable" to Black people.
In response to the backlash, Smith reiterated that he was not trying to defend Trump or his actions, but rather to acknowledge the reality of his growing support within the Black community. He also emphasized that his views are always based on facts, and never with the intention of causing harm or malice towards his community.
The NAACP's response to Smith's comments highlighted the absurdity of Trump being considered "relatable" to the Black community, listing his numerous legal issues and controversial actions as evidence. They also shared a tweet from John Legend, who called out Trump for treating Black people as "inferior."
In the end, Smith's apology and explanation aimed to set the record straight and clarify his stance on the matter. He recognized the importance of being careful with his words and the impact they can have, especially when discussing sensitive issues concerning the Black community.
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