Trump considers overhaul of refugee system that would favor White people

The Trump administration plans a drastic refugee system overhaul, prioritizing English speakers, White South Africans, and Europeans opposing migration or supporting populist parties, per New York Times documents. The proposals, submitted in April and July by State and Homeland Security, align with Trump’s vision to favor White applicants claiming persecution.

Trump suspended refugee admissions on day one, directing agencies to assess if resettlement serves U.S. interests. Plans emphasize assimilation via American history and values classes. They prioritize Europeans targeted for views like supporting Germany’s AfD, per anonymous officials.

Vice President JD Vance criticized Germany’s suppression of AfD. Trump already granted priority to Afrikaners, despite South African police statistics showing no heightened White vulnerability to crime. Documents claim diversity reduces social trust, urging only assimilable refugees aligned with Trump’s goals.

Proposals include canceling vetted applications and limiting resettlement in high-immigrant areas. State’s Thomas Pigott said: “This administration unapologetically prioritizes the interests of the American people.” Exceptions allow limited Afghan resettlement for U.S. allies.

Critic Barbara L. Strack called the plans a vision of true Americans as White Christians. Additional measures involve DNA tests and slashing admissions to 7,500 from Biden’s 125,000. A draft proposes U.S. embassies control referrals, replacing UN processes. Advocates like Marian Abernathy note refugees’ integration, saying: “I’ve rarely seen a group of people who work harder.”