Report Cites Inhumane Conditions at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
The Department of Homeland Security’s independent oversight agency describes inhumane conditions such as holding cages and unsafe food and water.
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270 Faith Leaders: Extend Temporary Protected Status for Salvadorans
Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns signed onto a letter urging migratory status for 170,000 Salvadorans who will soon face deportation.
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Supreme Court Rules Trump Birthright Citizenship Order Unconstitutional
Majority of judges says that the executive order is unconstitutional because it violates the 14th Amendment.
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Mass Deportations Reduce Overall Employment in the US
Experts say all workers — not only immigrants — are adversely affected, especially in agriculture, construction and manufacturing.
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In New Pastoral Message, Texas Bishop Calls for End to Mass Deportations
Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso condemns hazardous conditions leading to deaths in detention centers and recommits local church to solidarity.
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Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Attempt To End Birthright Citizenship
U.S. bishops say birthright citizenship is woven into our history and Western tradition, and it is also consistent with Catholic teaching.
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After Minneapolis Shootings, Cardinal Says Stop Funding ‘Lawless Organization’
Cardinal Joseph Tobin calls on faith communities to urge lawmakers to reconsider funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
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New Partnership Will Help Church Defend Migrants, Refugees
Catholic organizations launch an alliance to coordinate local responses and defend people from pernicious deportation policies.
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Trump Places Nigeria on Religious Freedom Watch List, Threatens Military Action
The country is now designated as one of particular concern, due to attacks on Christians by Islamic fundamentalists.
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Catholic Groups Serving the Poor Urge End to Government Shutdown
Leaders of Catholic advocacy efforts warn that the shutdown most affects vulnerable people and threatens access to healthcare.
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US to Withdraw from UNESCO over Palestine and UN Development Goals
Decision based on disagreement with inclusion of Palestine and U.N. Sustainable Development Goals. Experts warn of impact on multilateralism.
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Catholic Sisters Protest Cuts to Social Net in Budget Bill
Catholic sisters protest at the Capitol against proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP as the Senate considers Trump’s budget plan.
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