Former President Donald Trump attended an event at the National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago, where he engaged in open bullying, verbal assaults, racist tropes, misogyny, disrespect, and lies towards the mostly Black audience. The decision to invite Trump was met with criticism within the organization, given his history of disrespect towards Black women journalists. Despite historically inviting sitting presidents and presidential candidates, Trump’s hostile attitude towards the media was no secret. The Q&A session was moderated by Black journalists, who challenged Trump’s past comments and actions towards Black individuals. Trump made controversial remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris and attacked the moderators and media outlets during the event. The response from the journalists in the room ranged from disbelief to disgust, with many feeling unable to openly comment due to journalistic objectivity rules. Despite Trump’s behavior, many attendees focused on learning, fellowshipping, and celebrating achievements during the convention. The event highlighted the confrontational and divisive nature of Trump’s rhetoric towards marginalized communities and the media.
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At a Black journalism event, Trump was expected but not surprising
