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Uzra Zeya is in the news for her role as Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights under Biden.

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US Cuts Refugee Cap, Prioritizes Afrikaners

On October 30, 2025, the Trump administration set the US refugee admissions ceiling at 7,500 for fiscal year 2026, a historic low compared to Biden's 125,000. Priority is given to white Afrikaners from South Africa, citing humanitarian concerns. The move has drawn criticism from South Africa's government and refugee advocates, who reject claims of 'white genocide' and warn of humanitarian consequences.

US Boycotts UN Human Rights Review

The US skipped its UN human rights review for the second time, citing bias and political reasons. Critics warn this weakens global human rights efforts and signals a retreat from international cooperation. The move follows Trump's withdrawal from UN bodies, raising concerns about US leadership on human rights.