White South African refugees fall foul of Republican driving rules in US midwest
Summary
Since February last year, over 6,300 white South Africans and other minorities have come to the US under a refugee program announced by President Trump. Many of these refugees, especially in Ohio, face tough new driving rules requiring expensive lessons and many hours of practice, making it hard for them to drive and settle.Key Facts
- The Trump administration created a refugee program for white South Africans and other minorities in February last year.
- Around 6,300 people have arrived in the US under this program so far.
- Ohio has accepted 206 Afrikaner refugees, but state rules now require 8 hours of driving school, 24 hours of classes, and 50 hours of practice before a driving test.
- These driving requirements cost about $500 and can take up to nine months to complete.
- Due to these rules, about half of the South African refugees in Ohio have moved to other states.
- The federal refugee cash assistance program was cut from 12 months to 4 months under the Trump administration.
- Some refugees say they face difficulties with transportation for basic needs like food.
- Ohio officials say they have received no reports of financial hardship from these refugees.
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