Trump’s SHOCKING Tribute to Jesse Jackson

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President Trump honored civil rights leader Jesse Jackson following his death at 84, revealing decades of personal collaboration that the mainstream media conveniently ignored when branding Trump a racist.

Story Highlights

Trump issued heartfelt tribute to Jackson on Truth Social, calling him a “force of nature” and detailing their 40-year relationship
President provided office space to Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH Coalition in 1997, receiving public praise from Jackson in return
Trump highlighted policy achievements Jackson supported, including criminal justice reform, HBCU funding, and Opportunity Zones
Jackson died peacefully from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy after battling the neurodegenerative disease for over a decade

Trump Reflects on Decades-Long Friendship with Jackson

President Trump posted a comprehensive statement on Truth Social Tuesday following the peaceful passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson. The President described Jackson as a “good man” possessing “personality, grit, and ‘street smarts,'” emphasizing their relationship dating back to the 1980s. Trump attended Jackson’s 1988 presidential campaign business meeting in New York and appeared alongside him at various events, including an Atlantic City boxing match that same year. This long-standing personal connection contradicts the left’s persistent narrative painting Trump as racially insensitive.

Concrete Support for Jackson’s Economic Justice Mission

Trump provided tangible assistance to Jackson’s initiatives that extended far beyond words. In 1997, Trump donated valuable office space in his 40 Wall Street building to Jackson’s Wall Street Project, a component of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition focused on economic empowerment for marginalized communities. Jackson publicly praised Trump during 1998 and 1999 conferences, calling him “serious” and committed to the cause despite his distinctive “style and pizzazz.” These documented acts of generosity and Jackson’s reciprocal acknowledgment demonstrate authentic collaboration across political divides, something increasingly rare in today’s hyper-partisan environment.

Policy Achievements Benefiting Communities Jackson Championed

Trump’s statement highlighted specific policy victories that aligned with Jackson’s advocacy for justice and equality. The President referenced criminal justice reform, increased funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and the creation of Opportunity Zones through the 2017 tax reform legislation. These Opportunity Zones directed investment capital toward economically distressed communities, precisely the kind of economic empowerment Jackson championed throughout his career. Trump noted Jackson’s support for these initiatives, underscoring shared goals that transcended party affiliation. For conservatives who value results over rhetoric, these concrete accomplishments speak louder than the empty virtue signaling typical of leftist politicians.

Jackson’s Health Battle and Family Statement

Jackson was hospitalized in November for observation related to his neurodegenerative condition, initially diagnosed as Parkinson’s disease but later confirmed as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy in April of the prior year. He managed this debilitating illness for over a decade before his peaceful death Tuesday morning. Jackson’s family released a statement honoring him as a “servant leader” committed to justice and equality, urging Americans to continue his fight. The Rainbow PUSH Coalition, which Jackson founded to advance economic justice, had previously issued updates on his declining health, preparing supporters for this inevitable loss.

Media Response Reveals Partisan Double Standards

Predictably, left-leaning outlets like New Republic criticized Trump’s tribute as a “cheap shot” for mentioning that Jackson helped elect Barack Obama despite personal tensions between them. This response demonstrates the media’s reflexive hostility toward anything Trump says, even when honoring a Democratic icon. Conservative and neutral outlets focused on the substance of Trump’s long relationship with Jackson and their documented collaborations. The contrast exposes how mainstream media would rather attack Trump than acknowledge inconvenient truths about his cross-racial relationships and support for Black-led initiatives. These facts challenge their carefully constructed narrative, so they dismiss or distort them rather than report honestly.