Rev. Al Sharpton criticized President Donald Trump and the Republican Party during an appearance on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' on June 3, 2026. He linked Trump's planned UFC event on the White House lawn to a return to a more racially charged era, suggesting that it reflects a broader political agenda. Sharpton stated, 'Trump and others are trying to bring us back to an America that we struggled to get out of.' He connected the UFC event to historical practices of entertainment for slave masters, saying, 'They’re literally going back to that.' Sharpton also referenced Trump's admiration for President Andrew Jackson, a historical figure known for his slave ownership, questioning why Jackson's presence in Trump's Oval Office decor was not more critically examined. The UFC event is set for June 14 as part of celebrations for America's 250th anniversary. Fox News reached out to the Trump administration for comment but did not receive a response.
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Al Sharpton Critiques Trump's UFC Event and Historical References
Rev. Al Sharpton criticized President Trump's planned UFC event on the White House lawn, linking it to a return to a more racist era. He highlighted Trump's admiration for Andrew Jackson, questioning the implications of such historical references in the current political climate. The UFC event is scheduled for June 14 as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations of America.
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