President Joe Biden delivered a scathing critique of his predecessor, Donald Trump, during a speech at a civil rights event in Detroit. Speaking at the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Fight for Freedom Fund dinner, Biden posed a provocative question to the audience: “What do you think he would have done on January 6 if Black Americans had stormed the Capitol?”
The president’s remarks alluded to the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, when a predominantly white mob of Trump supporters breached the legislative complex in an attempt to overturn the election results. Biden suggested that Trump’s response would have been different if the rioters had been Black Americans.
Biden’s speech highlighted the racial disparities in how law enforcement and political leaders respond to acts of violence and civil unrest. He condemned Trump’s handling of the Capitol riot and warned against the prospect of a second Trump administration, calling his rival “unhinged” and questioning his judgment in appointing Supreme Court justices.
The president also criticized the Republican party for its efforts to restrict access to education and promote a revisionist view of American history. He emphasized the importance of diversity, equality, and inclusion in shaping the future of America, particularly for Black Americans.
Biden’s impassioned address resonated with the audience in Michigan, where he was joined by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. His words served as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for civil rights and social justice in the United States, urging Americans to reject extremism and embrace the values of a diverse and inclusive society.