Summary
El Paso Bishop Mark Seitz met with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City to share letters and a video from migrants expressing fear over U.S. immigration enforcement. The meeting highlighted concerns about the Trump administration's approach to immigration, with Pope Leo XIV expressing support for migrants and the Catholic leaders assisting them. Seitz emphasized the importance of addressing the dignity of migrants and the church's role in advocating for them.
Key Facts
- El Paso Bishop Mark Seitz met Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City.
- Seitz delivered letters from immigrant families worried about U.S. immigration policies.
- Seitz presented a video describing migrants' challenges to the Pope.
- Pope Leo XIV promised to support migrants and Catholic leaders aiding them.
- U.S. Catholic leaders criticize the Trump administration's aggressive immigration actions.
- The administration defends its policies as necessary for public safety and security.
- Migrants, including those with legal status, face increased fear of deportation.
- Pope Leo XIV has spoken against discrimination and indifference toward migrants.
