7 Times Black Women Clapped Back At Donald Trump With Poise And Grace - Page 4

3. Yamiche Alcindor

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Yamiche Alcindor, a seasoned journalist, has consistently held accountable those in power, exemplified by her exchanges with Donald Trump during his first presidency.

In a notable 2020 press conference, Alcindor questioned Trump about his previous statements regarding governors’ requests for medical equipment amid the COVID-19 pandemic. She referenced his interview with Sean Hannity, where he expressed skepticism about the necessity of the requested ventilators. Trump interrupted her, stating, “I didn’t say that,” and proceeded to label her inquiry as “threatening,” advising her to “be nice.”

Despite the president’s attempts to deflect and gaslight her, Alcindor remained composed, reiterating her question and highlighting the importance of factual reporting. Later, she took to Twitter writing:

“President Trump today at the White House said to me: ‘Be nice. Don’t be threatening.’ I’m not the first human being, woman, black person or journalist to be told that while doing a job. My take: Be steady. Stay focused.  Remember your purpose. And, always press forward.”

Her steadfast professionalism in the face of such challenges proves Yamiche is a class act.