🔗 Share this article American Roman Catholic Bishops Criticize Trump Administration Border Policies Through a infrequent official declaration, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a sharp criticism of the White House's immigration policies. Official Declaration Reveals Deep Concern Church leaders voiced being disturbed by potential violations of the sanctity of houses of worship 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. Atmosphere of Anxiety In their message, the church leaders described what they called "a climate of fear around questions of targeting" and border control measures. They stated being disheartened by the ongoing debate and demonization of immigrants, while rejecting what they described as "the blanket expulsion of people." Other Worries Church authorities also voiced serious worries about: Circumstances in immigration detention centers Unjustified cancellation of official documentation for various foreign nationals Insufficiency in meaningful immigration reform Procedural Adjustments Federal authorities has advanced an aggressive immigration agenda since beginning the term, including rescinding policies that curtailed immigration arrests near designated sites such as churches, hospitals and schools. Global Perspective The statement mirrors comparable criticisms made by the Catholic pontiff, who has called for "serious consideration about the way immigrants are being treated in the US under the current administration." Broader Implications This represents the initial formal statement of its type in 12 years, underscoring the seriousness of the church leaders' worries about existing enforcement approaches.