NAACP's 100 Days of Action for Democracy
Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org
WASHINGTON — While President Donald Trump spent 100 days eroding American democracy, the NAACP was fighting to protect it. NAACP President and CEO, Derrick Johnson, said:
"In his first 100 days, Trump has worked to reshape the role of government to serve the few, not the many — fueling a constitutional crisis, weakening our economy, and driving up costs for working families. Every day, essentials get more expensive while protections get shuttered.
"Trump has burned over $30 million of taxpayer dollars on golf trips and sporting events, all while gutting Education, Veterans benefits, consumer financial protections, and more.
"This president has turned his back on America, the people he swore an oath to serve. We deserve better for our country, our children and our future."
Below is an excerpt of the Association's many actions — from protests to lawsuits — dedicated to safeguarding our democracy during President Trump's first 100 days:
- Protecting Public Education: Filed a lawsuit to prevent the shutdown of the U.S. Department of Education and secured a preliminary injunction.
- Defending Consumer Protections: Filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration's attempt to shut down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB); the judge ruled in our favor.
- Fighting for Voting Rights: Filed a lawsuit challenging Trump's unconstitutional executive order designed to make voting more difficult for Americans.
- Protecting Social Safety Programs: Launched a campaign to protect programs like Social Security, Medicare/Medicaid, Veterans' benefits, and SNAP from Trump-backed government funding plans to gut them. They're 'As American As' the flag.
- Defending Birthright Citizenship: Filed an amicus brief opposing Trump's executive order aimed at stripping birthright citizenship protections.
- Mobilizing for Education: Led a mass march and rally on Capitol Hill to protest the threatened shutdown of the Department of Education, alongside the United States Student Association (USSA), National Education Association (NEA), and Get Free Movement.
- Engaging Lawmakers: Met with dozens of elected officials — including members of Congress, senators, and governors — to advocate for citizens' rights, prevent harmful legislation, and safeguard democratic institutions.
- Fighting Against Trump Nominees: Advocated against Trump's dangerous nominees, including Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Linda McMahon, for key department secretary positions.
- Empowering Black Consumers: Launched the Black Consumer Advisory, a tactical spending guide, to hold corporations accountable for profiting from Black consumers while undermining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) commitments. With Black spending power nearing $2 trillion, the Advisory empowers informed consumer choices by spotlighting companies that are advancing progress — and calling out those that are not.
- Advocating for Environmental Justice: Partnered with a civil rights coalition to urge the Trump Administration to preserve key environmental regulations, submitting a public comment letter to the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ).
Forming Coalitions: Partnered with unions and other civil rights groups to push back against dangerous Trump policies.
Regardless, the NAACP will continue to fight to ensure Black voices are heard, demands are met, and Black excellence is amplified. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country will work to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination.
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About NAACP
The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.
NOTE: The Legal Defense Fund – also referred to as the NAACP-LDF - was founded in 1940 as a part of the NAACP, but now operates as a completely separate entity.