Trump Era Marks First Tier 2 Watch List for Brazil and South Africa
Brazil and South Africa added to Tier 2 Watch List by State Department. Brazil's authorities opened fewer cases under 2016 anti-trafficking law. Political tensions from U.S. tariffs, sanctions on Brazil, and refugee program for South Africa. Designation risks funding and diplomacy. Marco Rubio condemned trafficking and immoral regimes. Authorities should expand inspections, cyber-investigations, training, and services