The Trump administration’s decision to expel the South African ambassador is its latest move against a country it has singled out for sanctions and accused of being anti-white and anti-American.

Trump has turned sharply against South Africa in recent weeks. Some onlookers think the primary audience is nativist Trump supporters at home.

The United States has expelled South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool for criticizing the Trump administration, further heightening tensions between the two countries.