NAACP Bypasses Trump, Ending 116-Year Streak of Inviting Sitting Presidents

On Monday, the NAACP declared that President Donald Trump will not receive an invitation to its national convention next month in Charlotte, North Carolina. This marks a historic moment, as it is the first time in the organization's illustrious 116-year existence that a sitting president has been excluded. NAACP President Derrick Johnson shared this decision during a press briefing, alleging that Trump undermines the group’s core mission. “This is not about political affiliation,” Johnson asserted. “Our mission focuses on advancing civil rights, while the current administration appears intent on undermining them.” Recently, the NAACP has initiated several lawsuits against Trump, including a significant case aimed at halting the Department of Education from withholding federal funds from schools that maintain diversity programs. The organization's history includes welcoming both Republican and Democratic presidents, highlighting the weight of its decision. Past invites included notable figures such as George W. Bush and Ronald Reagan amidst substantial policy disagreements.