NAACP Revokes Trump's Invitation: Standing Firm Against Fascism

Throughout his first term, President Donald Trump consistently declined invitations to address the NAACP’s annual convention. This year, he has been officially uninvited, marking a historic first for the organization in its 116 years. NAACP President Derrick Johnson announced the decision at a press conference on Monday, emphasizing, “Our mission is to advance civil rights, and the current president has made clear that his aim is to eliminate them.” The NAACP condemned Trump, stating, “He believes more in the fascist playbook than in the U.S. Constitution.” The organization pointed to Trump’s executive orders limiting voting rights, rescinding federal civil rights protections, and using military force against civilians as critical factors for this decision. The Trump administration retorted, accusing the NAACP of fostering “hate and division.” As the oldest and largest civil rights entity in the U.S., the NAACP has historically championed racial equality and civil rights, making this uninvitation evident amid ongoing challenges to democracy.