The Trump administration has expelled South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool after his incendiary comments against the MAGA movement – and his blatant anti-white racism. The diplomatic fallout marks a significant deterioration in U.S.-South Africa relations as supporters welcome Rasool home with Palestinian flags.
At a glance:
- South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool was expelled and declared persona non grata by the Trump administration
- Rasool was expelled for comments describing the MAGA movement as a response to a “supremacist instinct”
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Rasool a “race-baiting politician who hates America”
- Hundreds of supporters welcomed Rasool back at Cape Town International Airport with Palestinian flags
- The expulsion adds to existing tensions over South Africa’s land expropriation policies and stance on Israel
America Takes Strong Stand Against Anti-MAGA Rhetoric
The Trump administration has taken action against South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, declaring him persona non grata and forcing his immediate return to South Africa. Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the announcement on social media platform X, stating bluntly that “South Africa’s Ambassador to the U.S. is no longer welcome in our great country.”
The extraordinary diplomatic move came after Rasool made inflammatory comments during a webinar, criticizing the Make America Great Again movement as a response to what he called a “supremacist instinct.” Which is remarkable coming from the supporter of anti-white hatred, theft, and worse in his home country.
BREAKING: Trump Administration Expels South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, Declares Him ‘Persona Non Grata’
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Rubio Condemns “Race-Baiting” Ambassador
Secretary Rubio called Rasool “a race-baiting politician who hates America and hates Trump” – and he couldn’t be more right. The Secretary’s strong stance signals the administration’s zero-tolerance policy toward foreign diplomats who disrespect American voters and attempt to sow racial division.
“Ebrahim Rasool is a race-baiting politician who hates America and hates [Trump]. We have nothing to discuss with him,” Rubio said in his announcement post on X.
The expulsion represents a rare and severe diplomatic action, highlighting the administration’s commitment to defending American dignity and national interests against foreign interference or commentary. Trump is not taking any punches this time around. Clearly.
Broader Implications for U.S.-South Africa Relations
Rasool’s expulsion comes amid already strained relations between the United States and South Africa. The Trump administration had previously reduced financial aid to South Africa over its controversial land expropriation policies that allow seizure without compensation, raising serious concerns about property rights.
Despite being expelled for his divisive rhetoric, Rasool received a hero’s welcome upon his return to Cape Town International Airport. Hundreds of supporters greeted him, many waving Palestinian flags and chanting “free Palestine,” underscoring South Africa’s antagonistic stance toward Israel, a key U.S. ally.
Rasool appeared defiant upon his return, stating, “A declaration of persona non grata is meant to humiliate you, but when you return to crowds like this, and with warmth… like this, then I will wear my persona non grata as a badge of dignity.” The former Ambassador stood by his comments, insisting they were merely “analyzing a political phenomenon.”
South African President Ramaphosa’s office called the expulsion “regrettable” while emphasizing a desire for a “mutually beneficial relationship” with the United States. The diplomatic incident has led Secretary Rubio to skip the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg, further highlighting the growing rift between the two nations.