Pope Francis Critiques Trump's Immigration Plans as a 'Disgrace'

During an Italian talk show, Pope Francis criticized Donald Trump's proposed mass deportations of immigrants, calling it a 'disgrace.' He emphasized that such policies would unfairly burden the vulnerable and fail to solve issues effectively. Francis reiterated his commitment to human dignity and the rights of migrants, a stance echoed by U.S. bishops, including Cardinal Robert McElroy and Cardinal Blasé Cupich, who denounced Trump's approach as incompatible with Catholic teaching. In a congratulatory message to Trump, the Pope expressed hopes that the new administration would foster a society devoid of hatred and discrimination.