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Monsignor Fazio Faces Human Trafficking Allegations in Argentina

7/7/2025

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Monsignor Mariano Fazio, an auxiliary vicar of Opus Dei, faces serious allegations in a human trafficking case involving 43 women in Argentina. Accusations suggest he recruited minors under false pretenses, leading to labor exploitation. Opus Dei vehemently denies these claims, insisting they distort the women’s voluntary involvement with the organization.

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Monsignor Mariano Fazio, an auxiliary vicar of Opus Dei, faces serious allegations in a human trafficking case involving 43 women in Argentina. Accusations suggest he recruited minors under false pretenses, leading to labor exploitation. Opus Dei vehemently denies these claims, insisting they distort the women’s voluntary involvement with the organization.