American Catholic Bishops Criticize White House Immigration Enforcement
Via a uncommon formal message, the national Catholic bishops organization has released a firm denunciation of President Donald Trump's border enforcement measures.
Official Declaration Shows Significant Apprehension
The bishops voiced being troubled by risks to the sacred nature of churches and the unique character of medical facilities and educational institutions.
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
Within their declaration, the church leaders characterized what they called "a atmosphere of anxiety around questions of profiling" and immigration policies.
They expressed being disheartened by the ongoing debate and negative portrayal of immigrants, while rejecting what they called "the widespread removal of people."
Additional Concerns
The bishops also expressed serious worries about:
- Conditions in border holding facilities
- Random revocation of official documentation for certain immigrants
- Insufficiency in comprehensive immigration system improvements
Procedural Adjustments
Federal authorities has implemented an stringent border policy since beginning the term, including revoking policies that restricted immigration apprehensions near protected areas such as churches, hospitals and schools.
Worldwide Dimension
The message parallels comparable criticisms made by the Vatican leader, who has urged "serious consideration about the way immigrants are being handled in the US under present leadership."
Extended Ramifications
This marks the premier special message of its type in over a decade, emphasizing the significance of the religious authorities' apprehensions about existing enforcement approaches.
