#blkgrlmgclwyr – blog

Donald Trump doesn’t have to tattoo “white supremacist” on his forehead for us to name what we are seeing. We saw it in 2018 when he infamously called Haiti, El Salvador, and African nations “shithole countries,” lamenting that America should bring in more immigrants from prominently white countries “like Norway.” We’re seeing it again now in 2025, with his administration warmly rolling out the welcome mat for white South African farmers—claiming they’re escaping a so-called “genocide.”

Let’s be clear: this stunt is wrapped in the stale, familiar rhetoric of white decline panic, cloaked in the language of national security and economic protectionism. It’s a page right out of the white supremacist playbook: reduce the presence of non-white immigrants, prioritize white migrants, and rebrand it all as “America First.”

I made one of my Italian-American in-laws upset when I called Trump a white supremacist. If the white hood fits, Trump must wear it.

The Trump administration is now under fire for fast-tracking white South African immigrants, claiming that white farmers are being targeted in a “genocide.” Genocide. That word carries enormous weight—and shouldn’t be used lightly. But when you dig into the facts, the numbers don’t add up. Eight white South African farmers allegedly being killed does not constitute a genocide. It’s a tragedy, yes, but let’s not pretend it compares to the scale of violence inflicted on communities of color both here and abroad.

If anything, it’s a well-timed dog whistle to the far right, many of whom have long embraced the “white genocide” conspiracy theory that claims white people are being systematically replaced. It would be laughable, if it weren’t so dangerous.

Meanwhile, Latino families are being separated at the border. Latino American children are locked in cages and/or deported. Black immigrants face high deportation rates. Haitians were whipped at the border just a few years ago. Let’s not pretend this administration’s immigration policy is colorblind—it’s color-coded, and we all know which shades get stamped approved.

And what’s more disturbing is the lack of accountability. Trump doesn’t even have to say the quiet part out loud anymore. His policies do the screaming for him. Fear of Black and Brown populations gaining ground? Check. A nostalgic longing for a whiter America? Check. A desperate scramble to inject the gene pool with more “European stock“? The receipts are endless.

Bringing white South Africans into a racially diverse nation like the United States without cultural education is not just shortsighted—it’s reckless. If these immigrants are escaping post-Apartheid tensions, then we need to be honest: some are also carrying the baggage of white entitlement and a deeply internalized superiority complex.

They need to know—Black Americans have no appetite for mistreatment in our own homeland. We are not here for a replay of apartheid on U.S. soil. That arrogance needs to stay stamped at customs.

To the current administration: If you’re going to open your doors to white South Africans under the guise of humanitarian concerns, then you have a duty to ensure they’re stepping into this country with cultural humility and awareness. Immigration must not be a Trojan horse for importing white supremacy.

And to my fellow Black folks: keep calling it what it is: white supremacy. This isn’t about national security. It’s about preserving whiteness. It’s not about helping “victims”—it’s about choosing which victims are worth saving.

Call to Action: All Americans need to demand that the Trump administration apply one standard across the board. End the double standard that fast-tracks white immigration while criminalizing Black and Brown migration. Demand that cultural competency training be mandatory for all immigrants, especially those coming from racially fraught societies. And most importantly, continue to speak truth to power—even when it makes your in-laws uncomfortable.

Because if the white hood fits? Then it’s time we stop pretending it’s just a hat.

Author’s Bio

Latrice Burks-Palmerio, also known by her powerful online presence as #blkgrlmgclwyr, is an expert in American politics with a deep focus on the intersection of American fascism and the decline of empire. Latrice’s academic journey began with an International Baccalaureate class on totalitarian regimes, which laid the foundation for her nuanced understanding of authoritarianism. She graduated with honors in Political Science from the College of Wooster, where her thesis examined the dynamics of Black social movements in the U.S. Further refining her expertise, Latrice earned her law degree from USC Gould School of Law, gaining invaluable insights into U.S. Constitutional law.

As an impact litigator specializing in employment law for marginalized communities and representing survivors of sex crimes, Latrice combines her legal acumen with a deep commitment to justice. She has also contributed to the public discourse through self-published articles that analyze and critique the evolving political landscape of America. Latrice’s work examines how the structures of American fascism and empire-building manifest in law, policy, and social movements, making her a critical voice in understanding the political currents shaping the nation today.