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Pope Leo XIV Slams U.S. Migrant Treatment as Disrespectful

12/6/2025

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Pope Leo XIV criticized the United States' handling of migrants during a December 6, 2025 speech to new ambassadors under President Donald Trump.
He said the Vatican would not remain a "silent bystander" to global human rights abuses.
He reaffirmed the Holy See's commitment to addressing inequalities and injustices for vulnerable populations.
Leo XIV described the migrants' treatment as extremely disrespectful.
The ambassadors represented countries including Uzbekistan, Moldova, and Sri Lanka.

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Pope Leo XIV criticized the United States' handling of migrants during a December 6, 2025 speech to new ambassadors under President Donald Trump.
He said the Vatican would not remain a "silent bystander" to global human rights abuses.
He reaffirmed the Holy See's commitment to addressing inequalities and injustices for vulnerable populations.
Leo XIV described the migrants' treatment as extremely disrespectful.
The ambassadors represented countries including Uzbekistan, Moldova, and Sri Lanka.