Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, September 18, 2026 — During a campaign stop in Gastonia, North Carolina, former President Donald Trump referenced a Black man who was featured in a campaign advertisement from 1988. The advertisement has been described as racially offensive.

The specific context and details of Trump’s reference during his Gastonia appearance were not provided in the available information. It is unclear whether Trump identified the individual by name or described his role in the advertisement.

The 1988 campaign advertisement in question has drawn criticism for its content and portrayal. The summary does not include specifics regarding the nature of the advertisement’s racial offense, nor does it state when Donald Trump himself initially became associated with or commented on the advertisement.

The event took place during a campaign stop in Gastonia, North Carolina. No date for this specific campaign stop was provided. Further details about the campaign stop itself, such as other topics discussed or the audience present, were not included in the summary.

Information regarding the identity of the Black man featured in the advertisement, his current status, or any subsequent involvement with campaigns was not provided. Similarly, the summary does not contain any information about specific actions taken by Donald Trump or his campaign concerning the advertisement or the individual featured, beyond his reference during the North Carolina stop.


Story summarized from the original created by COREY WILLIAMS, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.

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