America Is the Land of Opportunity—For White South Africans

theatlantic.comPublished: 5/13/2025

Summary

The article highlights South African white farmers' special status under President Trump's policy exceptions. These farmers, fleeing South Africa's crime and land inequality, were welcomed into the U.S., receiving personal contact info to expedite their process. Despite broader refugee restrictions, around 8,000 expressed interest in resettlement. They primarily work as farm laborers, with positive reception despite Trump's earlier strict refugee policies.