Vice President JD Vance recently expressed disappointment in the US Conference of Catholic Bishops for what he perceives as a lack of support for common-sense immigration enforcement. Vance, a devout Catholic himself, hopes that the bishops will reconsider their position on the matter.
The criticism stems from a statement issued by the group that criticized President Donald Trump's executive actions aimed at tightening immigration policies, including allowing federal authorities to arrest individuals at churches and schools. Vance, in response, expressed being heartbroken by the bishops' stance.
Vance raised concerns about the financial motivations behind the bishops' position, pointing out that they receive significant funding for resettling illegal immigrants. He questioned whether their stance is driven by humanitarian concerns or financial interests.
The US Conference of Catholic Bishops, in their statement, expressed concerns that Trump's executive orders could endanger vulnerable families and children by undermining existing humanitarian protections and due process.
When asked about his views on ICE targeting immigrants in sensitive locations like churches and schools, Vance emphasized the importance of law enforcement actions against violent criminals, regardless of their immigration status, to ensure public safety.
Vance supported Trump's actions as empowering law enforcement to enforce the law effectively but acknowledged the potential chilling effect it may have on certain communities. He expressed hope that such measures would deter illegal immigration into the country.
