Trump, Black History Month

Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense Department issued guidance declaring “identity months dead.”
Did Donald Trump cancel Black History Month?
Trump issued a proclamation naming February Black History Month on Saturday morning. “Today, I am very honored to recognize February 2025 as National Black History Month,” Trump wrote.
Trump Signs Black History Month Proclamation Despite Cancellation Rumors
President Trump recognizes Black History Month and pays tribute to influential Black American leaders in a proclamation.
Trump White House marks Black History Month
Gerald Ford in 1976 became the first president to issue a message recognizing February as Black History Month. Since then, presidents have made annual proclamations marking the month as a celebration of Black history, culture and education.
Trump to celebrate Black History Month despite crackdown on DEI: White House
President Donald Trump will sign a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month after some federal observances were paused for DEI concerns.
Trump White House declares February Black History Month amid Pentagon ban
US President Donald Trump's White House marked February as Black History Month amid the Pentagon’s declaration that all “identity months' are 'dead.”According to the Associated Press, the White House and the Defense
Black History Month begins today. Here's what to know about its origins and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.
Trump’s Press Secretary: Administration ‘Intends’ To Celebrate Black History Month Amid Anti-Woke Efforts
Leavitt made her debut taking questions on Black History Month plans, revealing Trump's team "intends" to celebrate American history.
Trump signs Black History Month proclamation despite rumors he planned to 'cancel' it
Despite rumors and misinformation that swirled last week, President Donald Trump has recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity,
Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes on New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
White House Press Secretary's Puzzling Remark About Black History Month Spurs Questions
Experts weigh in on Karoline Leavitt's response to a question about the Trump administration's plans for Black History Month ...
Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
WASHINGTON — Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month ...
Defense agency erases recognition of Pride, Black History Month & other commemorations, leaked memo shows
The Trump administration has removed federal recognition of Pride Month, Black History Month, Holocaust Remembrance Day, and ...
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month and more
The instructions were published Tuesday in a Defense Intelligence Agency memo and affect 11 annual events, including Black ...