Pope Leo denounces "extremely disrespectful" treatment of immigrants in U.S.
Summary
Pope Leo XIV supported U.S. Catholic bishops in their statement against President Trump's immigration and deportation policies. He emphasized treating immigrants with dignity and criticized violent and disrespectful actions against them. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops also called for an end to harmful language and actions against immigrants.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV backed U.S. bishops' statement criticizing President Trump's immigration policies.
- He stressed the importance of treating immigrants with dignity.
- The bishops opposed mass deportation and dehumanizing language.
- The statement marked the bishops' first "special message" in 12 years.
- A White House spokesperson said President Trump was fulfilling his promise to deport criminal illegal aliens.
- Pope Leo encouraged U.S. citizens to listen to the bishops' message.
- The Pope referenced a recent statement where he linked faith to defending migrants.
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