🔗 Share this article US Roman Catholic Church Leaders Denounce Trump Administration Immigration Policies In a infrequent formal message, the national Catholic bishops organization has delivered a strong condemnation of the Trump administration's immigration policies. Official Declaration Reveals Deep Concern Religious authorities voiced being concerned by risks to the sanctity of religious sites and the protected status 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 Within their declaration, the religious figures described what they called "a environment of apprehension around questions of profiling" and immigration policies. They revealed being saddened by the present discourse and demonization of immigrants, while rejecting what they described as "the blanket expulsion of people." Other Worries Church authorities also raised serious worries about: Situations in immigration detention centers Random revocation of authorized standing for some migrants Lack of meaningful immigration reform Policy Changes The White House has pursued an tough immigration approach since beginning the term, including eliminating policies that curtailed immigration arrests near designated sites such as religious institutions, medical facilities and educational centers. Global Perspective The statement mirrors comparable criticisms made by the Catholic pontiff, who has urged "deep reflection about the way foreign nationals are being handled in the US under present leadership." Broader Implications This constitutes the first special message of its nature in more than ten years, underscoring the significance of the religious authorities' apprehensions about present border measures.