U.S. Plans Monthly Processing of 4,500 White South African Refugees Amid Administrative Delays

The U.S. plans to process 4,500 white South African refugees monthly by establishing a modular processing site on embassy property in Pretoria, aiming to increase admissions despite President Trump's overall refugee cap of 7,500 for fiscal year 2026. This initiative follows a raid on a previous site in Johannesburg and faces administrative delays halting refugee travel. While the U.S. cites urgent need, South Africa's government rejects claims of persecution, and some refugee advocates criticize the policy. Over 67,000 South Africans have expressed interest in relocating.