(REUTERS)ADVERTISEMENTU.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday highlighted top Black administration officials, rejected accusations of racism and promised “a century more” of success for African Americans during a White House celebration marking 100 years of Black History Month. 2 7 U.S. President Donald Trump makes a fist during a Black History Month reception at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 18, 2026. The White House, despite growing outrage, initially defended the post, criticized the "fake outrage," and then ultimately, deleted it. 5 7 An attendee listens as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a Black History Month reception at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 18, 2026. "This is a very special group of people," Trump said, "So happy Black History Month, happy Black History Year, and happy Black History Century."

Source: The Telegraph February 19, 2026 07:37 UTC