I recently attended the Black History Month reception that President Donald Trump hosted in the White House’s East Room. The event showcased notable Black political figures, influencers and activists who support the president,

President Trump arrived at a packed White House celebration alongside Tiger Woods to a roaring crowd. The event came as he has eviscerated federal programs aimed at combating inequality in America.

The ceremony comes as the Trump administration has pushed to eradicate diversity programs from the government, which some agencies have interpreted to end the observance of identity-based months.