President Donald Trump lauded Jesse Jackson Feb. 18, 2026, from the White House, following the civil rights activist's death.

In the now deleted video, which was shared on Trump's Truth Social account on February 5, the Obamas were shown with their faces on the bodies of monkeys for about one second. The video went viral quickly and sparked bipartisan outrage before it was taken down by the White House.

President Donald Trump issued a statement Tuesday on the death of civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson that included insults directed at former President Barack Obama and Democrats in general.

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at 84 after battling a rare neurological condition, prompting President Donald Trump to honor him as "truly special."

I knew him well long before becoming president, and he really was special, with lots of personality, grit and street smarts,” President Donald Trump said during a White House event commemorating Black History Month.

The Rev. Jesse Jackson's two presidential runs and his life of activism inspired leaders across generations

Rev. Jesse Jackson, one of the country's most influential leaders, has died at 84. The founder and long-time leader of the Rainbow-Push Coalition ran for president twice and inspired millions.

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at 84 after battling a rare neurological condition, prompting President Donald Trump to honor him as "truly special."