Rev. Al Sharpton and NAN address concerns about rolling back DEI policies and announce plans to support DEI during MLK Day events in Washington, D.C.

Events honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and advocating for his vision of a just, nonviolent society will occur the same day as Donald Trump's second presidential inauguration.

In a rare happening, the King holiday falls on the same day as the presidential inauguration. Activists vow to continue the fight for civil rights.

A rally at a historic Black church celebrated the civil rights legend and included a vow to protect rights under the new administration.

Reverend Al Sharpton held an event honoring Martin Luther King Jr. during the inauguration, voicing caution about Trump's administration.

Activists want to safeguard policies and avoid funding cuts to social-service programs that largely support Black and Latino communities, and to challenge companies that have rolled back or eliminated diversity initiatives.

Reverend Al Sharpton and Mayor Eric Adams speak during National Action Network's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Policy Forum organized by Reverend Al Sharpton at NAN Headquarters in New York on8, 2025.

This poignant moment set the tone for the 11th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Dream Keepers Awards and reception hosted by the National Action Network (NAN). This cherished tradition celebrates individuals who embody resilience, community leadership, and the enduring dream of equality.

D.C. was buzzing with activity Monday as Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the presidential Inauguration fell on the same day for just the second time in history.

I will defend equality for all, diversity, equality, inclusion, women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, immigration rights,’ a crowd recited at a rally.