Via a infrequent public statement, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has delivered a sharp criticism of President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
The bishops expressed being troubled by risks to the sanctity of religious sites and the special nature of healthcare centers and learning establishments.
Nations must maintain border control while developing equitable, systematic immigration processes that serve public welfare.
In their message, the church leaders portrayed what they called "a atmosphere of anxiety around questions of profiling" and border control measures.
They expressed being disheartened by the current discussion and negative portrayal of immigrants, while rejecting what they called "the blanket expulsion of people."
Religious leaders also expressed major apprehensions about:
The White House has advanced an stringent border policy since assuming power, including eliminating policies that curtailed immigration apprehensions near designated sites such as churches, hospitals and schools.
The statement echoes equivalent concerns made by Pope Leo, who has advocated for "deep reflection about the way migrants are being handled in the US under the current administration."
This represents the first official declaration of its nature in over a decade, emphasizing the seriousness of the bishops' concerns about existing enforcement approaches.
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