Donald Trump has a long history of racism, xenophobia, and discrimination. As a candidate and as president, he used racism and racial division as political tools.
Trump's Racism Before Running For President: Donald Trump has a long history of racism, xenophobia, and discrimination. In 1975 he settled a case brought by the Department of Justice only to turn around and 3 years later be accused once again of the same charges. He spearheaded a racist campaign against the Central Park Five and lead the Birther movement against President Obama.
Trump Enjoyed The Support Of Prominent White Supremecists: During Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign for the White House his racist and xenophobic rhetoric from the start gained him the support of white supremacists including David Duke.
Trump Appointed Racists and Xenophobes To Positions Of Power: While Trump had the endorsement of prominent white nationalist leaders during his campaign he also appointed racists to positions of power in his administration.
Used Racist Language And Amplified Racism: While in office, Trump has often used racist language and supported and amplified racism. Trump dismissed the role of white supremacists in Charlottesville, opposed the removal of Confederate statues, and has trumpeted attacks against Black Lives Matter protestors while supporting largely white Coronavirus lockdown protests.
Used Immigration Policy To Pursue Racist Ends And Messaging: From the very beginning Trump said he wanted to end Muslim migration to the United States and build a wall on the U.S-Mexico border. Unsurprisingly he has pursued policies to do those very things and has weaponized immigration policies otherize marginalized groups for political gain.
Enacted Racist Policies: Donald Trump promoted and enacted discriminatory and disenfranchising domestic policies.