Passion Ignites in South Africa Genocide Debate: CNN's Abby Phillip Challenges Analyst Scott Jennings on Focus on White Victims

Race has become a central issue in the heated discourse around Donald Trump’s assertion of a genocide against white farmers in South Africa. During CNN’s NewsNight, host Abby Phillip confronted conservative analyst Scott Jennings, questioning, “Why are you only concerned with white people?” The discussion stemmed from a controversial meeting between Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, where Trump showcased misleading visuals, including a photo from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Criticism intensified after Fox News revealed the footage aired to the South African delegation was propaganda from Ramaphosa's rivals. The narrative propagated by Trump and Elon Musk has drawn ire, with Phillip labeling it “completely unsubstantiated.” Despite assertions about violence against white farmers, Phillip clarified that most victims on farms are Black. The conversation highlights stark concerns about the perceived focus of such narratives in international policy.