DA Faces Backlash Over MP Renaldo Gouws' Racist Remarks as Party Distances Itself

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has suspended MP Renaldo Gouws following the resurfacing of a video showing him making racist remarks. DA communications director Richard Newton announced that the party is distancing itself from Gouws' comments and committing to taking strong action after a disciplinary hearing. This incident has raised concerns about the DA's vetting process for MPs and the effectiveness of their background checks.