Trump Attacks South Africa Before Ramaphosa Visit (Correct)

May 19, 2025, 3:25 PM UTC

US President Donald Trump for the second time in a week accused South Africa of perpetrating a genocide against White people — without any proof — just days before he is set to receive the country’s leader, Cyril Ramaphosa, in the White House.

“We treat people very well when we see there’s a genocide going on,” Trump told reporters on board Air Force One, responding to a question. “So, if it’s a genocide, that’s terrible, and I happen to believe it could very well be. South Africa’s out of control.”

The comments came after the US welcomed dozens of ...

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