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Catholic Leaders Rebuke Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Moves

Catholic Leaders Rebuke Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Moves

Summary

Three U.S. Catholic cardinals publicly criticized President Donald Trump's foreign policy, urging it to follow moral values. They expressed concerns over recent military actions in Venezuela, threats to acquire Greenland, and cuts in foreign aid, warning these actions could lead to suffering instead of peace. This marks the second time in two months that Catholic leaders have challenged the administration's policies.

Key Facts

  • Three U.S. Catholic cardinals issued a statement on Trump’s foreign policy.
  • They criticized military actions in Venezuela, Greenland acquisition threats, and foreign aid cuts.
  • The cardinals want foreign policy to focus on human life, religious freedom, and dignity.
  • They referred to Pope Leo XIV’s address against using force for global control.
  • This is the second public challenge by Catholic leaders against Trump’s policies in two months.
  • Previously, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops condemned mass deportation efforts.

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