Trump effortlessly handles hostile questions at black journalists conference in Chicago

Donald Trump spoke to the National Association of Black Journalists in Chicago on Wednesday, and as he did, gave a lesson in how to go on offense. Trump has made it a habit to go speak to those who invite him to, likely believing that having the opportunity to be heard, even or especially by those who do not typically wish to listen to him, is worth the risk of being mocked.

The talk with Trump and journalists Rachel Scott of ABC, Harris Faulkner of Fox, and Kadia Goba of Semafor was described as a conversation where the four would discuss "the most pressing issues facing the Black community." Trump spoke about the problems with inflation, energy and grocery costs, and law enforcement. 

He went to the Libertarian Convention, which many cautioned him against doing, and in sitting down on stage to answer candid questions from black journalists, despite the backlash, he showed once again that he is fearless.

ABC's Rachel Scott opens her interview with President Trump at the NABJ conference by calling him a racist for criticizing black politicians and journalists.

Trump gives a masterful response while also mentioning how he showed up while Kamala Harris did not. pic.twitter.com/AeMGH0D87I

— Greg Price (@greg_price11) July 31, 2024