Exclusive: Trump’s deportations of migrants are morally reprehensible
Exclusive: Trump’s deportations of migrants are morally reprehensible
A leading Catholic church representative and ally of Pope Leo XIV sharply criticized. He described the practice of arresting and deporting immigrants as "inhuman" and "morally offensive". In a comprehensive interview with CNN, Cardinal Robert Mcelroy, the Archbishop of Washington, DC, also expressed his significant rejection of Trumps Great Tax and Expenses Act and warned of the dangers of US and Israeli military blows against Iran . He also spoke about the role of women in the church.
criticism of immigration policy
"It is correct to control our limits. What is now happening now goes far beyond that," said the cardinal. "It is a mass, arbitrary deportation of men, women and children who tear apart families and aim for exactly that." Mcelroy was appointed head of the archdiocese in the US capital in January, in the month by Donald Trump's presidential introduction.
creation of fear among immigrants
The cardinal who on the same day when Trump is a migrant camp in Florida with the name Visited to CNN, criticized the "creation of fear" among the 10 million undocumented immigrants in the USA. "The vast majority of these people worked hard and contributed to society," he added. "This not only contradicts Catholic teaching, but is also inhumane and morally reprehensible."
The effects of strict immigration policy
"The scenes that took place in Los Angeles, as masses of government officials, climbed down on car washes and parking spaces from Costco to arrest people without any indictment, show no serious attempts to grasp offenders," criticized Mcelroy. Trump has presented his strict immigration policies as necessary to keep criminals away from the US roads. "It is referred to as the 'Alligator Alcatraz', which is very suitable, because I'm looking outside and it is not a place I want to go," said Trump.
The failure of the political system
Mcelroy emphasized that the government had the right to deport people with “serious crimes”. He explained that the problems with immigration were rooted in an American political system that failed to reform the immigration laws in the past 15 years. Now many people are so frightened that they are even afraid to go to church "after the Trump administration has lifted the guideline that prohibited an arrest from immigration officers in sensitive areas such as churches.
prejudices against immigrants
"What is behind it?" He asked about the strict immigration policies. "I am afraid that one of the main motives in the minds of many supporters of this policy is the impression that the people who are now coming to our country are a different kind of humans." Mcelroy pointed out that this was not a new topic, but a recurring narrative in American history. "We have heard again and again: 'These are inferior people'."
reactions of the church and the government
Mcelroy is one of several Catholic bishops who have spoken out against Trump's migration policy. However, Vice President JD Vance, a creditor Catholic, proposed that the criticism of the bishops is based on financial interests, since the Church receives state funds for the establishment of immigrants. Mcelroy rejected this and explained that the state grants were far from sufficient to cover the programs, which is why the church had to close the gap itself.
The importance of women in the church
With regard to church reforms and the priorities of Pope Leo, Mcelroy emphasized the importance of the role of women. He found that this topic was of great importance at the latest Vatican meetings. "The main kick must be to investigate where women are not represented and then ask the question: Why not?" He said. Mcelroy speaks to ordain women as deacons, which in his opinion is compatible with the theology of the Church. "It is a controversial question within the church," he admits, "but I think it is important to go in this direction."
international politics and military intervention
The Cardinal, which has a doctorate in political science from Stanford University, expressed concern about the effects of US attacks on Iran's nuclear institutions. "My great fear is that the teachings, the nations from this intervention against Iran, could be that they are better protected with nuclear weapons," he warned. "It is of crucial importance to maintain the non -spread of nuclear weapons."
Future view of the Pope's visit
Finally, Mcelroy expressed the hope that Pope Leo will one day return to Chicago, his hometown. "I think if he comes to the United States, it will be a great moment for our country," he said.
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