The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its decision to halt funding for refugee resettlement.
Pope Francis has strongly criticized the Trump administration’s mass deportation plans, specifically targeting Vice President JD Vance’s religious defense of the policy.
Catholic Relief Services (CRS), the largest recipient of USAID funding, is bracing for significant reductions following the Trump administration’s decision to freeze foreign aid and restructure government spending. With 50% of its $1.5 billion budget coming from USAID, CRS is preparing for mass layoffs, office closures, and project terminations worldwide.
Catholic Charities of Milwaukee released a video encouraging illegal migrants to refuse compliance with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials. The video, narrated by Barb Graham, an attorney for the organization, advises undocumented individuals on their "rights" when confronted by ICE. Critics argue the guidance misrepresents the legal obligations of migrants and contradicts both U.S. immigration law and Catholic teachings.
The U.S. Catholic bishops have reaffirmed their commitment to fighting abortion, calling it the "pre-eminent priority" for Catholic voters and a fundamental issue of justice. As part of their 9 Days for Life campaign, the U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities emphasized that protecting human life is the first duty of law, declaring abortion a direct attack on life that destroys over a million lives annually in the United States.
A lawsuit has shed light on the operations and financial networks of Antifa in Dallas, revealing connections between prominent members and their activities. According to court filings obtained by the Dallas Express, Christopher Guillott is alleged to be a key figure in Antifa’s North Texas network, while Meghan Grant is linked to the Elm Fork John Brown Gun Club (JBGC), a known ally of the group.
The Thomas Moore Society, a conservative legal group, is calling for President-elect Donald Trump to pardon 21 pro-life activists prosecuted by the Biden administration.
"On Religious Freedom Day ... we commemorate the ... anniversary of the passing of a State law that has shaped and secured our cherished legacy of religious...
Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States at a ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20, marking the beginning of his second term.
