Black History Month, Trump and White House

Did the White House cancel Black History Month?
The Department of Defense canceled any so-called identity months or any celebration of a person's cultural heritage, and it's not just 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.”
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.
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 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.
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 –- 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.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels celebrations at DOD. What is Black History Month?
New defense secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled all cultural awareness months in the Department of Defense, including Black History Month.
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.
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 observances to comply with Trump's executive orders.
House Dem suggests Trump is 'super villain' in Black History Month post
Rep. Jasmine Crockett shared to Facebook Saturday a comic book-style image appearing to acknowledge rumors of President Trump canceling observance of the month.
UNM kicks off Black History Month celebrations despite new DEI orders
The University of New Mexico kicked off its Black History Month celebration Monday. It’s a celebration that suddenly finds itself surrounded by uncertainty.
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 ...
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Trump to celebrate Black History Month despite crackdown on DEI: White House
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was asked about Trump’s plans for Black History Month at her first press briefing on Tuesday and then again at Friday’s briefing. “The president ...