Trump says U.S. will boycott G20 in South Africa, repeating claims about ‘abuses’ of white farmers
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that no U.S. officials will attend the G20 summit in South Africa. He cited concerns about the treatment of white farmers in the country as the reason. The South African government has denied these claims of discrimination.Key Facts
- President Trump decided the U.S. would not attend the G20 summit in South Africa.
- The decision was based on alleged poor treatment of white farmers in South Africa.
- Vice President JD Vance was initially scheduled to attend in Trump's place but will not go.
- President Trump criticized the G20 meeting being held in South Africa.
- The South African government denies accusations of discrimination against white farmers.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that reports of discrimination are false.
- Trump suggested South Africa should be removed from the G20 group.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio previously boycotted a G20 meeting due to its focus on diversity and climate issues.
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