US Catholic Church Leaders Condemn White House Border Enforcement
Through a infrequent formal message, America's Catholic bishop leadership has released a strong condemnation of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
Special Message Reveals Significant Apprehension
The bishops expressed being disturbed by threats against the special status of religious sites and the special nature of hospitals and schools.
We recognize that nations have a responsibility to regulate their borders and establish a just and orderly immigration system for the sake of the common good.
Environment of Apprehension
Within their declaration, the bishops described what they labeled "a climate of fear around questions of profiling" and border control measures.
They stated being disheartened by the current discussion and demonization of immigrants, while opposing what they called "the blanket expulsion of people."
Further Issues
Religious leaders also expressed major apprehensions about:
- Situations in border holding facilities
- Unjustified cancellation of official documentation for certain immigrants
- Lack of substantial border policy changes
Administrative Shifts
The Trump administration has advanced an stringent border policy since beginning the term, including revoking policies that curtailed immigration arrests near sensitive locations such as places of worship, healthcare establishments and learning institutions.
Worldwide Dimension
The message parallels equivalent concerns made by the Vatican leader, who has urged "thorough contemplation about the way foreign nationals are being handled in the US under Trump."
Extended Ramifications
This constitutes the initial official declaration of its type in 12 years, emphasizing the significance of the church leaders' worries about present border measures.
