During his appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention, former President Donald Trump faced backlash for questioning Vice President Kamala Harris's racial identity, suggesting she switched from identifying as Indian to Black. Trump dismissed the validity of the panel's questions, accusing ABC News host Rachel Scott of bias and failing to greet him properly. Fox News contributor Jessica Tarlov labeled Trump's performance as a 'dumpster fire,' criticizing his repeated false claims about his contributions to the Black community and labeling his comments about Harris as offensive. The event sparked significant controversy, highlighting Trump's contentious relationship with issues of race and media. The reactions from various pundits reflect a broader divide in perspectives regarding Trump's engagement with Black voters and the media's role in addressing his statements.