American Roman Catholic Church Leaders Condemn Trump Administration Immigration Enforcement
In a infrequent public statement, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has released a firm denunciation of the Trump administration's border enforcement measures.
Special Message Shows Serious Worry
The bishops voiced being disturbed by potential violations of the sacred nature of churches and the special nature of hospitals and schools.
We recognize that nations have a responsibility to regulate their borders and establish a just and orderly immigration system for the sake of the common good.
Atmosphere of Anxiety
In their message, the church leaders characterized what they labeled "a environment of apprehension around questions of profiling" and immigration policies.
They revealed being disheartened by the present discourse and vilification of migrants, while rejecting what they referred to as "the indiscriminate mass deportation of people."
Additional Concerns
Church authorities also voiced serious worries about:
- Circumstances in border holding facilities
- Random revocation of official documentation for certain immigrants
- Absence of substantial border policy changes
Procedural Adjustments
The Trump administration has implemented an stringent border policy since assuming power, including eliminating policies that curtailed immigration detentions near sensitive locations such as religious institutions, medical facilities and educational centers.
Global Perspective
The statement mirrors equivalent concerns made by the Catholic pontiff, who has called for "serious consideration about the way foreign nationals are being addressed in the US under present leadership."
Broader Implications
This constitutes the initial formal statement of its type in 12 years, emphasizing the gravity of the church leaders' worries about present border measures.
