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Since the start of the 2020 presidential election, Trump's campaign has launched immense outreach efforts towards black voices. The launch of Black Voices for Trump serves as part of the outreach program, as do various speaking engagements, upcoming merchandise, and applicable retail stores.

On Thursday, the president gathered with supporters for a Black History Month event in the Cabinet Room of the White House. During this time, the president discussed his accomplishments since taking office, while calling out biased coverage from the press.

All-in-all, the event turned out well with great reception from those in attendance. Jack Brewer, a former NFL player and one of the attendees, even referred to Trump as the "first black president," towards the end of the roundtable.

Accolades from Jack Brewer

Brewer's praise of Trump did not stop at referring to the latter as the "first black president." The ex-NFL player also took to Twitter, contrasting Trump's promises with those of past presidents. Brewer ultimately professed that the current president actually delivered on his promises by lifting black Americans from poverty and mass incarceration.

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Support from black voters is projected to play a significant role in President Trump's re-election. If the Trump campaign can lift black support from the high single-digits to the low to mid-teens, this will immensely increase the president's likelihood of winning a second term.

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According to Team Trump, Black Voices for Trump community centers are set to appear in different states across America; thus far, confirmed states include Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Wisconsin.

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Yesterday, President Trump also spent time honoring African-American history month at the White House. The ceremony included the acknowledgment of the 15th Amendment and notes of black contributions to America; Trump also reminded attendees of new historic lows in black poverty and unemployment that his presidency engendered.

Since taking office, Trump signed Second Chance Hiring into law. This particular law seeks to right the wrongs of sentencing regulations that went into effect during Bill Clinton's presidency. In turn, African-Americans and others have a stronger chance at finding employment after time served in prison.

In many ways, Second Chance Hiring ties in with the First Step Act; the First Step Act is another piece of legislation that focuses on criminal justice reform.

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