Former President Donald Trump faced intense scrutiny during his appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) conference in Chicago. ABC News correspondent Rachel Scott questioned Trump about his history of racist remarks and false claims, leading to a heated exchange where Trump labeled her inquiry as 'rude' and 'disgraceful.' Trump also controversially questioned Vice President Kamala Harris's ethnicity, suggesting she 'turned Black,' which drew immediate condemnation from various quarters, including the White House. Republican strategist Shermichael Singleton criticized Trump’s remarks as a 'calculated mistake' that could further alienate Black voters. Despite attempts to highlight his contributions to the Black community, Trump's comments and demeanor at the event were widely seen as damaging and inappropriate.