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The U.S. House renamed its press gallery for Frederick Douglass on Feb. 12, 2026, honoring the first Black journalist in the Capitol press corps.
The U.S. House of Representatives renamed its press gallery in honor of Frederick Douglass on February 12, 2026, recognizing the abolitionist, writer, and former journalist as the first Black member of the Capitol press corps.
The bipartisan ceremony, held during Black History Month and the 100th anniversary of the first national observance of Black history, highlighted Douglass’s advocacy for civil rights, voting rights, and racial justice.
The gesture comes amid national debate over history education, particularly following executive orders under President Donald Trump that restricted race-centered narratives in federal institutions.
Supporters, including Black conservatives and lawmakers from both parties, said the renaming honors Douglass’s legacy of resilience and unity, while critics argue such actions risk downplaying systemic racism.
La Cámara de los Estados Unidos renombró su galería de prensa para Frederick Douglass el 12 de febrero de 2026, en honor al primer periodista negro en el cuerpo de prensa del Capitolio.