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Trump's Policies Open Doors for Afrikaners in U.S.

12/7/2025

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In December 2025, Theo de Jager noted a welcome in Washington during a meeting with Vice President JD Vance’s office.
The shift follows President Donald Trump’s actions, including halting aid to South Africa and imposing tariffs due to Afrikaner persecution.
Trump has claimed Afrikaners face genocide and has altered immigration policies to favor them.
As a result, Afrikaners have unprecedented access to U.S. officials, potentially shaping policy toward South Africa.

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In December 2025, Theo de Jager noted a welcome in Washington during a meeting with Vice President JD Vance’s office.
The shift follows President Donald Trump’s actions, including halting aid to South Africa and imposing tariffs due to Afrikaner persecution.
Trump has claimed Afrikaners face genocide and has altered immigration policies to favor them.
As a result, Afrikaners have unprecedented access to U.S. officials, potentially shaping policy toward South Africa.