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Trump plans refugee system favouring White people, English speakers: New York Times

The Trump administration plans to cut refugee admissions to 7,500 and prioritize English-speaking Europeans and white South Africans, shifting the program toward assimilation and ideology.

  • The Trump administration is proposing changes to the refugee system to favor English speakers and those opposing migration, as reported by The New York Times.
  • The proposed reforms emphasize applicants' assimilation abilities, including required classes on American history and cultural norms, according to documents obtained by The Times.
  • The plan reportedly prioritizes refugees from nations aligned with U.S. values, particularly white South Africans and Europeans facing persecution, as highlighted by The New York Times.
  • Officials emphasize the need for a refugee system that fosters national cohesion and cultural compatibility, stating it should serve American citizens' interests, as explained by State Department spokesperson Thomas Pigott.
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Political Wire broke the news in New York, United States on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
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