Genocide: Trump's Support for Nigeria's Persecuted Christians Highlights Commitment to Religious Freedom – Pompeo
Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo stated that President Donald Trump's actions in support of persecuted Christians in Nigeria demonstrate his strong dedication to global religious freedom.
Pompeo made this remark on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday night, responding to Trump’s recent designation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” following reports of Christian genocide in the West African nation.
Over the weekend, President Trump declared Nigeria a nation of particular concern and warned of potential military action against Islamic terrorist groups accused of targeting Christian communities. He also cautioned that U.S. aid to Nigeria could be suspended if President Bola Tinubu’s administration fails to eliminate the militant threat.
“President Trump’s actions in support of Nigeria’s persecuted Christians is a testament to the administration’s deep commitment to religious freedom – an issue that is close to the hearts of millions of Americans,”
Pompeo stressed that the defense of believers and the protection of freedom of faith remain vital to American values.
Author’s Summary
Pompeo emphasized that Trump’s stance toward protecting Nigeria’s Christians reflects his broader policy of defending religious liberty worldwide.