Quick Summary The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., the iconic civil rights leader and founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 84, surrounded by family. Jackson’s death triggered tributes from leaders across the political spectrum — including President Donald J. Trump, former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden, andContinue reading “Why Trump’s Throwback Photos With Jesse Jackson Matter: A Deep Look at Shifting Narratives in American Politics After the Civil Rights Icon’s Death”
