Prioritizing those reportedly facing discrimination in their homeland, President Donald Trump makes good on his promise to rescue persecuted Afrikaners to the U.S.
The first group of 49 Afrikaners left their homeland, seeking refuge in America after facing systematic discrimination under South Africa’s Black-led government policies.
The charter flight departed South Africa, carrying families who had been granted refugee status through an executive order signed by Trump in February.
These Afrikaners, descendants of Dutch settlers who have lived in South Africa for generations, are fleeing what the Trump administration has identified as racial discrimination and persecution.
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller defended the program, stating that the plight of these South Africans “fits the textbook definition of why the refugee program was created.”
The administration has cited South Africa’s affirmative action policies and controversial land redistribution efforts as evidence of anti-white discrimination.
The Afrikaners will arrive at Dulles International Airport after a stopover in Dakar, Senegal.
Upon arrival, they will be greeted by U.S. officials and representatives from the Catholic Diocese of Virginia’s refugee services office, who will assist with their resettlement.
Many have family connections in America who stand ready to help them rebuild their lives.
To facilitate this rescue operation, the Trump administration has taken the unprecedented step of pausing refugee programs from countries like Afghanistan and Iraq, prioritizing instead the Afrikaner applications.
This decision reflects the administration’s commitment to helping those facing genuine persecution, regardless of political correctness.
The South African government has predictably denied these claims of persecution, insisting Afrikaners are “amongst the most economically privileged” citizens in their country.
This denial comes despite well-documented concerns about farm attacks targeting white farmers and government policies explicitly designed to reduce white economic influence.
President Trump has also taken the strong step of cutting U.S. funding to South Africa, citing its anti-white domestic policies and anti-American foreign policy positions.
Once settled in America, these refugees will have a pathway to U.S. citizenship and be eligible for government benefits while they establish themselves.
Unlike many refugee groups, the hardworking Afrikaners are expected to quickly find employment, though they may initially need to take entry-level positions while their professional credentials are evaluated.
This resettlement program demonstrates America’s renewed commitment to protecting the persecuted under President Trump’s leadership.
While the left predictably criticizes prioritizing these refugees, the administration stands firm in its belief that all victims of government persecution deserve protection.
