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Pope Critiques Trump's Immigration Policies During Lampedusa Visit

2/22/2026

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Pope Leo XIV will visit Lampedusa, Italy, on July 4 to address the migrant crisis at a key entry point for migrants from Africa and the Middle East.
He criticized the Trump Administration's immigration policies as inconsistent with Catholic teachings and emphasized migrants' dignity.
He replaced a pro-Trump archbishop with a pro-migrant successor.
He declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, citing critical issues.

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Pope Leo XIV will visit Lampedusa, Italy, on July 4 to address the migrant crisis at a key entry point for migrants from Africa and the Middle East.
He criticized the Trump Administration's immigration policies as inconsistent with Catholic teachings and emphasized migrants' dignity.
He replaced a pro-Trump archbishop with a pro-migrant successor.
He declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, citing critical issues.