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Trump Cuts South Africa Aid Over White Farmer Violence

5/23/2025

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President Trump has halted U.S. foreign aid to South Africa, spotlighting violence against white farmers. In a meeting with President Ramaphosa, he shared evidence of racially charged attacks, pushing back against those who dismiss the crisis. While some critics downplayed the violence, others, like Scott Jennings, underscored its alarming reality.

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President Trump has halted U.S. foreign aid to South Africa, spotlighting violence against white farmers. In a meeting with President Ramaphosa, he shared evidence of racially charged attacks, pushing back against those who dismiss the crisis. While some critics downplayed the violence, others, like Scott Jennings, underscored its alarming reality.