Racist Much? Trump Imports White South Africans While Deporting Non-White Immigrants 

By Esheru Kweku

U.S. President Donald Trump has one again ignited international controversy. Trump's administration has granted refugee status to a group of white South Africans, citing what he calls a genocide against Afrikaners in their home country. Meanwhile, his administration has ramped up deportations of non-white migrants, sending thousands back to the Global South. 

Trump’s decision to fast-track white South African refugees comes as his administration continues to block asylum seekers and migrants from countries like Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua. Critics argue that this policy prioritises race over humanitarian need, with Trump’s allies claiming that South Africa’s government is targeting white farmers through land expropriation laws.

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South African officials have vehemently denied these claims, stating that no evidence supports the idea of a white genocide. The country’s crime statistics show that white South Africans are far less likely to be victims of violent crime than Black citizens. 

A Stark Contrast to Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis 

Trump’s selective refugee policy stands in stark contrast to the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza, where tens of thousands have been killed and millions face starvation. While Trump welcomes white South Africans, his administration has refused to acknowledge the crisis in Gaza, dismissing calls for intervention. Human rights organisations have condemned the double standard, arguing that Trump’s refugee policies reflect political motivations rather than genuine humanitarian concern.

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As the first group of 49 white South Africans arrives in the U.S., the world watches closely. Will Trump’s controversial refugee policy set a precedent for future asylum decisions? Or will global pressure force a reassessment of America’s stance on humanitarian aid? 

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