Episcopal Church Cuts Ties with US Refugee Program

The Episcopal Church Ends Refugee Resettlement Partnership The Episcopal Church in the United States has ended its decades-long partnership with the federal government to resettle refugees. The decision, announced on May 13, 2025, follows the Trump administration's classification of white Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees while simultaneously ending protections for Afghan allies. The church's Presiding Bishop released a statement explaining the move, citing a moral conflict with the government's approach. "In light of our church's steadfast commitment to racial justice and reconciliation, and our historic ties with the Anglican Church of Southern Africa, we are not able to participate in a resettlement program that appears to favor one group of refugees over others," the Bishop's statement read. The video shows the presenter's emotional reaction, highlighting the contrast between the church's decision and the plight of the Afghan refugees. This decision is likely to spark debate about the role of religious organizations in refugee resettlement and the government's refugee policies.