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US Catholic Bishops Join Pope Attacking Trump's Crackdown

US Catholic Bishops Join Pope Attacking Trump's Crackdown

Summary

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has criticized President Trump's immigration policies, calling for an end to harmful language and actions towards migrants. The bishops expressed worry about the impact of current policies on migrant communities, including fear, anxiety, and the loss of legal status for some immigrants.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops criticized President Trump's immigration policies.
  • The bishops called for an end to "dehumanizing rhetoric and violence" against migrants.
  • The bishops nearly unanimously voted to condemn the Trump administration's immigration policies.
  • They expressed concern about the fear and anxiety among migrant communities.
  • The bishops highlighted poor conditions in detention centers and lack of pastoral care.
  • They also noted concerns about immigrants losing their legal status.
  • The bishops mentioned threats against houses of worship, hospitals, and schools regarding immigration issues.

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