Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed significant concerns regarding a shift in US policies under President Trump that he views as damaging to human rights. Addressing the UN Human Rights Council, Turk noted that protective policies for marginalized groups are now being mischaracterized as discriminatory. He criticized the divisive rhetoric being used, stating it creates fear and anxiety among people. Furthermore, Turk highlighted actions taken by the Trump administration, including a series of executive orders that undermine diversity initiatives and a withdrawal from international agreements.
Policies intended to protect people from discrimination are now labelled as discriminatory. Divisive rhetoric is being used to distort, deceive and polarise. This is generating fear and anxiety among many, he added in his strongest remarks so far on the impact of the new US administration's policies.
I am now deeply worried by the fundamental shift in direction that is taking place domestically and internationally, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk told the UN Human Rights Council on Monday.
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