American Catholic Bishops Condemn Trump Administration Border Enforcement
Via a rare official declaration, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a firm denunciation of President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
Official Declaration Reveals Serious Worry
The bishops stated being disturbed by threats against the sanctity of churches and the unique character of healthcare centers and learning establishments.
Countries bear the duty to manage their boundaries and create fair, organized immigration frameworks for the benefit of all.
Climate of Fear
In their message, the church leaders described what they termed "a atmosphere of anxiety around questions of profiling" and border control measures.
They stated being saddened by the present discourse and vilification of immigrants, while resisting what they described as "the indiscriminate mass deportation of people."
Additional Concerns
Religious leaders also raised serious worries about:
- Circumstances in migrant detention facilities
- Unjustified cancellation of authorized standing for various foreign nationals
- Lack of substantial border policy changes
Policy Changes
The Trump administration has pursued an tough immigration approach since assuming power, including revoking policies that curtailed immigration apprehensions near protected areas such as churches, hospitals and schools.
Global Perspective
The statement mirrors comparable criticisms made by the Catholic pontiff, who has called for "serious consideration about the way foreign nationals are being addressed in the US under Trump."
Wider Consequences
This represents the initial official declaration of its nature in over a decade, highlighting the gravity of the church leaders' worries about existing enforcement approaches.
