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Trump blitzes timeline with Jesse Jackson photos after whining about being called ‘racist’
Trump posts photos with Jesse Jackson after being called "racist".
Feb 17, 2026
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Truthout $
Lawmakers Call for Rep. Andy Fine’s Censure After Racist Anti-Muslim Tweet
Rep. Andy Fine faces backlash for racist tweet.
Feb 17, 2026
The Guardian US
Jesse Jackson’s unapologetic progressivism was rebellion at its core
Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson dies, leaving legacy of unapologetic progressivism that shifted Black politics.
Feb 17, 2026
Common Dreams $
Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader Who Fought for Economic Justice, Dies at 84
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader, dies at 84.
Feb 17, 2026
The Guardian US
‘Unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and human rights’: family of Jesse Jackson pay tribute to civil rights champion – live
Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, who twice ran for president, passes away, leaving behind a legacy of "unwavering commitment to justice" - The Guardian US reports.
Feb 17, 2026
Axios
In photos: Jesse Jackson's life, activism and politics
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a legendary civil rights icon, dies at 84 after a lifetime of activism and politics. Jackson worked alongside Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and made a historic presidential run in 1984.
Feb 17, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump Reportedly Lashing Out At Tim Scott And Katie Britt
Trump lashes out at Senators Tim Scott and Katie Britt for condemning his racist post depicting the Obamas as apes.
Feb 15, 2026
Al Jazeera $
‘Clown show’: Obama reacts to Trump sharing racist monkey video
Obama reacts to racist video.
Feb 15, 2026
Raw Story $
Trump defends racist Obama video as 'very strong' documentation of key campaign claim
Trump defends racist Obama video as 'very strong' documentation of key campaign claim
Feb 13, 2026
Salon
MAGA blame game shows Trump in retreat
Trump blames staffers for racist post, exposing MAGA's crumbling blame game. President Donald Trump deleted a racist video and scapegoated an unnamed staffer, marking a rare retreat from his "never apologize" stance.
Feb 11, 2026
Axios
Texas Democratic Senate primary shows how identity politics could haunt Democrats in 2028
Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces off against Rep. James Talarico in a heated Texas Democratic Senate primary, with racial tensions and identity politics threatening to derail Democrats' chances. Crockett defends herself against criticism, while Talarico denies making racist comments.
Feb 10, 2026
AlterNet
Trump facing 'massive backlash' against 'hard-edged right-wing culture'
President Donald Trump faces massive backlash for sharing a racist AI-generated video depicting former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes, sparking widespread criticism from both sides of the aisle. Trump's actions have led to a significant rejection of his hard-edged right-wing culture.
Feb 9, 2026
AlterNet
Trump 'the laughingstock' of polite society: NYT editorial
Trump sparks outrage with racist post, NYT columnist Jamelle Bouie calls him "the laughingstock" of polite society. Trump's late-night Truth Social video depicts Obama and Michelle as apes.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump Not Doing Damage Control Over Racist Video Very Well
Donald Trump sparks outrage with a racist video, further exposing his vile and discriminatory views. Trump's attempt at damage control falls flat, revealing his true character.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump Lashes Out Over Question About Racist Video He Posted
Trump lashes out over racist video backlash, refuses to apologize. Senator Tim Scott joins bipartisan criticism.
Feb 7, 2026
Raw Story $
These are the monsters who feed Trump, the beast of bigotry
Donald Trump shares racist video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, sparking outrage and demands for accountability from his corporate enablers, including CEOs like Tim Cook and Elon Musk.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Republicans Not Comfortable Defending Trump's Latest Racist Post
Donald Trump sparks outrage with racist post, leaving Republicans scrambling to defend him.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Republican Squirms When Asked About Trump's Latest 'Overtly Racist' Post
Donald Trump sparks outrage with "overtly racist" post featuring Obamas as apes on Truth Social, prompting rare Republican backlash.
Feb 7, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Trump posts racist video depicting the Obamas as apes
Trump sparks outrage with racist video depicting Obamas as apes, fueling white supremacist ideology. President Donald Trump posted a 62-second AI-generated video on his Truth Social account, ending with a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama.
Feb 7, 2026
Mother Jones
Drive Racists Out of Public Life Forever, and Other Lessons From Black History
Employees at Philadelphia's Independence National Historical Park remove slavery signs, sparking outrage, after President Donald Trump's directive to root out "divisive, race-centered ideology" in national parks and museums.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Three-Time Trump Voter Blasts Him Over Racist Obama Video
Trump blasted by three-time voter over racist Obama video, apologizes for support. "He is not worthy of the presidency," says John from New Mexico.
Feb 7, 2026
The Guardian US
Trump news at a glance: Trump creates distance, but no apology, after promoting racist video of Obamas
Trump sparks outrage by sharing racist video of Obamas, fueling Democratic fury. President Trump posted the clip on his Truth Social account, depicting the former first couple as apes.
Feb 7, 2026
Axios
Trump says "I didn't make a mistake" after racist video of Obamas removed
Trump refuses to apologize for racist video of Obamas, says "I didn't make a mistake" after clip portraying them as apes was removed from Truth Social.
Feb 7, 2026
AlterNet
'He's gone': Ex-Trump White House lawyer sounds alarm over 'serious cognitive decline'
Ex-Trump lawyer Ty Cobb sounds alarm over President Trump's "serious cognitive decline" after racist ape posts. Trump's mental health is "gone," Cobb warns.
Feb 7, 2026
Common Dreams $
Three-Time Trump Voter Calls C-SPAN to Apologize for 'Supporting This Rotten, Rotten Man'
Trump voter apologizes for supporting "rotten" president after racist Obama meme, citing lies and corruption. A New Mexico man called C-SPAN to express regret for voting for Trump in three elections.
Feb 7, 2026
AlterNet
'Clean up the mess': White House staff furious with Trump admin over racist video response
Trump's White House staff fumes over racist video debacle, contradicting his claims of limited Truth Social account access.
Feb 6, 2026
The Guardian US
White House takes down Trump’s racist video about Obamas after outrage over ‘vile, unhinged’ post – live
Trump sparks outrage by sharing racist video of Obamas, prompting White House to take it down.
Feb 6, 2026
Axios
Trump revives racist imagery once seen as disqualifying
Trump sparks outrage with racist video post, amplifying dehumanizing imagery of Obama. President Trump posted a video depicting the Obamas as apes, normalizing racist tropes.
Feb 6, 2026
Mother Jones
Report: Education Department’s “Efficiency” Layoffs Cost At Least $28 Million
Trump's Education Department blew $28-38 million on "efficiency" layoffs, sparking a surge in dismissed civil rights complaints. Secretary Linda McMahon's cuts gutted the Office of Civil Rights, leaving students vulnerable to discrimination.
Feb 2, 2026
Axios
Minnesota ICE surge upheld as judge finds 'balance of harms' lacking
ICE terrorizes Minnesota, judge enables Trump's racist agenda.
Jan 31, 2026