February 20th 2025.
President Donald Trump, accompanied by golf legend Tiger Woods, recently hosted a reception in the East Room of the White House to honor Black History Month. This event came just weeks after Trump issued an executive order to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in government. Despite this controversial action, Trump received praise and applause from hundreds of guests and Black public figures in attendance.
In his opening remarks, Trump proudly declared, "We celebrate Black History Month with great pride." He went on to recognize the countless Black legends, champions, warriors, and patriots who have helped shape our nation and drive it towards greatness. "You are truly great people," Trump said, addressing the Black community.
During the event, Trump also announced his plans to create a national garden of American heroes, which will include iconic Black figures such as Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, Billie Holiday, and many others. "We'll save Tiger Woods for another time," Trump joked, acknowledging that Woods is one of the few honored individuals who is still alive.
Trump emphasized that these individuals are not just being honored because they are Black, but because they are true American heroes who inspire us all. However, he made no mention of his recent actions to roll back diversity programs in the government.
As the event continued, Trump took the opportunity to crack a few jokes and boast about his accomplishments. "I'm proud to say that we received more Black votes than any Republican president in history," he exclaimed, to cheers and chants of "Four more years!" from the crowd.
Trump also took shots at the Biden administration, accusing them of trying to reduce American history to just the year 1619 when African slavery began in the British colonies. "Under our administration, we honor the indispensable role Black Americans have always played in the immortal cause of 1776," Trump declared, referring to the year Congress issued the Declaration of Independence. "We like 1776," he added.
Throughout the event, Trump was surrounded by Black figures who have supported and helped him return to the White House. One of those figures, podcast host and entrepreneur David Harris Jr., expressed his belief that Trump was chosen and anointed by God for this position. "We pray for you and continue to pray for you," Harris said, showing his support for the president.
Despite the controversy surrounding his executive order, Trump has stood firm in his stance against diversity programs, labeling them as "discrimination." He has made it clear that his administration favors merit-based hiring over diversity initiatives, even pressuring private companies to do the same.
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