US Roman Catholic Bishops Condemn Trump Administration Border Enforcement
Via a rare official declaration, the national Catholic bishops organization has released a strong condemnation of the Trump administration's immigration policies.
Official Declaration Expresses Serious Worry
Religious authorities voiced being concerned by risks to the special status of religious sites and the special nature of healthcare centers and learning establishments.
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.
Atmosphere of Anxiety
Within their declaration, the church leaders characterized what they called "a environment of apprehension around questions of discrimination" and immigration enforcement.
They revealed being saddened by the current discussion and negative portrayal of foreign nationals, while rejecting what they referred to as "the blanket expulsion of people."
Further Issues
Religious leaders also raised significant concerns about:
- Circumstances in migrant detention facilities
- Random revocation of legal status for various foreign nationals
- Insufficiency in comprehensive immigration system improvements
Procedural Adjustments
Federal authorities has pursued an tough immigration approach since assuming power, including revoking policies that restricted immigration arrests near protected areas such as churches, hospitals and schools.
International Context
The message mirrors similar critiques made by the Catholic pontiff, who has called for "serious consideration about the way immigrants are being handled in the US under present leadership."
Extended Ramifications
This marks the premier special message of its type in over a decade, emphasizing the gravity of the church leaders' worries about current immigration policies.
