American Catholic Bishops Denounce Trump Administration Border Enforcement
Via a rare public statement, America's Catholic bishop leadership has issued a sharp criticism of the White House's immigration crackdown.
Special Message Reveals Serious Worry
The bishops stated being disturbed by risks to the sanctity of churches and the protected status of healthcare centers and learning establishments.
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.
Environment of Apprehension
Within their declaration, the church leaders portrayed what they called "a atmosphere of anxiety around questions of targeting" and border control measures.
They stated being disappointed by the current discussion and vilification of immigrants, while rejecting what they described as "the indiscriminate mass deportation of people."
Other Worries
Church authorities also raised significant concerns about:
- Conditions in border holding facilities
- Random revocation of authorized standing for some migrants
- Lack of comprehensive immigration system improvements
Administrative Shifts
The Trump administration has implemented an stringent border policy since beginning the term, including eliminating policies that limited immigration apprehensions near designated sites such as churches, hospitals and schools.
Global Perspective
The declaration echoes similar critiques made by the Catholic pontiff, who has called for "thorough contemplation about the way immigrants are being treated in the US under Trump."
Wider Consequences
This constitutes the premier special message of its nature in more than ten years, emphasizing the gravity of the religious authorities' apprehensions about present border measures.
