Via a rare official declaration, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has released a strong condemnation of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
Church leaders stated being concerned by potential violations of the special status of churches and the special nature of hospitals and schools.
Nations must maintain border control while developing equitable, systematic immigration processes that serve public welfare.
Through their statement, the bishops described what they labeled "a environment of apprehension around questions of targeting" and immigration policies.
They stated being saddened by the current discussion and demonization of foreign nationals, while rejecting what they referred to as "the blanket expulsion of people."
The bishops also voiced serious worries about:
The Trump administration has advanced an aggressive immigration agenda since beginning the term, including eliminating policies that curtailed immigration arrests near designated sites such as religious institutions, medical facilities and educational centers.
The declaration mirrors comparable criticisms made by Pope Leo, who has called for "thorough contemplation about the way foreign nationals are being treated in the US under Trump."
This marks the premier formal statement of its nature in 12 years, underscoring the gravity of the bishops' concerns about present border measures.
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