In a controversial move, the Trump administration granted refugee status to 49 white South Africans, mostly Afrikaners, citing racial persecution. Welcomed by US officials, President Trump defended the decision, alleging a “genocide” against white farmers, a claim South Africa vehemently denies. Critics highlight the contradiction with Trump’s restrictive immigration policies, while allies like Elon Musk support his concerns.
Trump cites ‘racial discrimination’ as first batch of white SA refugees land in US