Pope Francis Criticizes 'Inhumane' Treatment of Immigrants in the U.S.

Pope Francis has sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies, questioning their alignment with the Catholic Church's principles of the sanctity of life, according to Reuters.

“If someone says they are against abortion but agrees with inhumane treatment of immigrants in the United States, are they truly a supporter of life?” the pontiff stated to reporters.

The Catholic Church's stance on the sanctity of life, from conception to natural death, is one of the strongest tenets of the 1.4 billion follower faith.

The White House has stated that Trump was elected based on his numerous promises, including the deportation of illegal immigrants who have committed crimes. “He is fulfilling the promise made to the American people,” said press secretary Abigail Jackson.

The news outlet noted that Pope Francis' successor, Pope Leo XIV, is much more reserved in his expressions than the late pontiff, who often criticized the Trump administration.