Controversial Refugee Plan: Afrikaners Bound for U.S.
The Trump administration plans to resettle around 50 Afrikaners from South Africa in the U.S., despite a general pause on refugee admissions. This move has attracted attention due to ongoing debates about racial discrimination in South Africa and the political motivations behind selecting these refugees.
The Trump administration is preparing to bring the first group of white South Africans to the U.S. via its refugee program, according to individuals familiar with the initiative. This initiative is controversial, as President Trump has been extensively blocking refugee admissions from other parts of the globe.
Approximately 50 Afrikaners are set to arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport as early as next week, although their arrival has already been delayed once. This plan could face further changes due to practical considerations like obtaining a landing permit, according to one source.
The U.S. State Department, responsible for South African refugee resettlement, hasn't commented on the timing. While the Trump administration's move has been criticized for overlooking historical injustices in South Africa, Minnesotan communities have shown a welcoming attitude toward these refugees.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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