The Trump administration is implementing new restrictions on refugee admissions, drastically reducing the cap to 7,500 for the 2026 fiscal year. This move primarily aims to admit white South Africans, a significant shift from the Biden administration's higher limit of 125,000 refugees. The announcement was published in a notice on the Federal Registry without detailing specific reasons for the decrease. While the memo referenced humanitarian concerns and national interest, it lacked clarity about the rationale behind the drastic cut. This policy change has sparked widespread discussion on the impacts of prioritizing particular groups over others in refugee admissions.
Trump Administration Limits Refugees to 7,500, Focusing on South Africans
Trump Administration Limits Refugees to 7,500, Focusing on South Africans
The Trump administration has announced a new policy that drastically reduces refugee admissions to 7,500, primarily targeting white South Africans. This significant shift comes following President Biden's previous cap of 125,000 refugees.
In a recent notice, the Trump administration revealed a major cut in the number of refugees allowed into the U.S., limiting admissions to 7,500 for the fiscal year 2026. Most of these refugees will be from South Africa, marking a notable reduction from the previous year's allowance of 125,000. The memo cited humanitarian concerns but provided no further explanation for this controversial decision.
