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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 9h

For the fourth time in eight days, Pope Leo takes direct aim at Donald Trump's abuse of migrants in the United States.

He calls immigrants to the United States “witnesses of hope” and encourages Catholics to do all we can to welcome them.

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 11h

From one pope to another.

Today, Pope Leo placed his own zucchetto on a “little pope”. The Chicago children are the students who made headlines back in May for conducting a "mock conclave" at their school as a fun activity to understand the process.

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 14h

Christianity is under attack in America — by Donald Trump and his MAGA henchmen.

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

“I am an undocumented person living with much uncertainty, fear, and insecurity.

“I hope the Church can influence the creation of a fair immigration reform.

“Pope Leo, I hope you can learn about the abuse of power against us and also make a call to unity for all Catholics to be in this situation.”

Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

“Dear Pope Leo,

“I am afraid to go out to work because I could be separated from my family.

“I believe the Pope should speak clearly and firmly about this situation we are living in, condemning the way that those in power who call themselves ‘Christians’ are acting.”

Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

“I am an undocumented migrant woman from California. These days we are living with much fear, confusion, and sadness.

“I would like Pope Leo to continue praying and listening to the voice of the immigrant people, raising his voice together with our brothers and sisters in separated families."

Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

“Pope Leo, you know the situation that the whole world is living in — there is much pain, and we have no peace. We ask for your prayers and that you speak with those you need to speak with. I also ask for prayer for Mr. Trump, that his heart may be filled with love, compassion, and empathy.”

Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

“Pope Leo, please listen to the cry of those who are being marginalized.”

The delegation presented Pope Leo with a bundle of letters — primarily written in Spanish — by undocumented immigrants in the United States, detailing their hardships and pleading for the pope’s direct intervention.

Letter to Pope Leo XIV and the Catholic Church in the United States

Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

The delegation showed Pope Leo a four-minute video from undocumented migrants addressed to him and to fellow American Catholics:

“We come to you in the midst of a heavy trial. Listen to us. We are a voice woven from the prayers, hopes, and tears of the immigrant community.”

YouTube video by Hope Border Institute

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BREAKING: Pope Leo Meets with American Migrants, Pledges to Stand Up to Trump's Raids

Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 21h

BREAKING: Pope Leo just met with American migrants advocating for those living in fear of deportation.

He said to them — and to Trump’s America:

“The Church cannot stay silent before injustice. You stand with me. And I stand with you.”

The American pontiff told them, “The Church cannot stay silent before injustice. You stand with me. And I stand with you.”

"Category 4 Storm" — Top US Bishop Says Catholics May Not Be Able to Work for ICE Anymore

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 1d

A leading US bishop says Catholics may not be able to work for ICE in good conscience.

As ICE ramps up inhumane actions, a leading bishop says some Catholics may soon have to say, “In conscience, I can’t do this.”

Pope Leo To Police Officers: Don't Dominate — Protect and Serve Humanity

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 1d

As ICE crackdowns ramp up, Pope Leo has a message for law enforcement:

Don’t dominate. Don’t obey illegal orders. Protect and serve humanity.

The pope told police to be missionaries of peace. It’s a message ICE needs to hear before it’s too late.

"Dictator in the White House" — Chicago Priest Defends Pope Leo's Hometown

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 1d

A Chicago priest is going viral for standing up to Trump’s tyranny in Pope Leo’s hometown:

“Before you dare speak about any violence in Chicago, look into your mirror and address the violence coming from the White House.”

Fr. Michael Pfleger’s fiery warning against Trump’s National Guard plan has gone viral as ICE agents sweep Chicago streets.

Pope Leo to MAGA Climate Skeptics: “Repent”

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 2d

Pope Leo has a message for MAGA climate skeptics: Repent.

Combatting the climate crisis is pro-life. Denial is not.

The pope warned that ridiculing global warming is not courage — it’s contempt for the poor and for God’s world.

"Dictator in the White House" — Chicago Priest Defends Pope Leo's Hometown

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 2d

“Before you dare speak about any violence in Chicago, look into your mirror and address the violence coming from the White House.” — Fr. Michael Pfleger

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 2d

As Donald Trump sends the National Guard into Pope Leo’s hometown, a Chicago priest is going viral for standing up to Trump’s tyranny.

Fr. Pfleger’s rebuke shows Pope Leo is right: cruelty to immigrants isn’t pro-life.

Fr. Michael Pfleger’s fiery warning against Trump’s National Guard plan has gone viral as ICE agents sweep Chicago streets.

The MAGA Meltdown: Trump's Team Launches Anti-Catholic Assault on Pope Leo

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 3d

MAGA is trying to destroy Pope Leo, because he committed their cardinal sin — telling the truth about Donald Trump.

We won’t let them. We stand with Leo.

In a coordinated attack on the Vicar of Christ, MAGA rabble-rousers condemn Pope Leo XIV as a "woke Marxist heretic."

Pope Leo: You Can’t Be Pro-Life and Mistreat Migrants

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 3d

In his homily today, Leo demanded Christians open their arms to immigrants and reject MAGA’s cold indifference.

In his Jubilee homily, Leo demanded Catholics open arms to immigrants and reject MAGA’s cold indifference.

Pope Leo Rebukes Hegseth’s ‘Secretary of War’ Title Change & War Hawk Rhetoric

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 3d

Pope Leo is done with Pete Hegseth’s BS.

Former Fox weekend host–turned Trump defense chief draws fire from the first American pope.

The MAGA Meltdown: Trump's Team Launches Anti-Catholic Assault on Pope Leo

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 4d

MAGA hijacked American Christianity for one reason only — to be the tool of Donald Trump.

Under the leadership of Pope Leo, we’re reclaiming it for the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Make no mistake — evil will not prevail.

In a coordinated attack on the Vicar of Christ, MAGA rabble-rousers condemn Pope Leo XIV as a "woke Marxist heretic."

In Massive Lie, Trump’s Catholic Press Secretary Rejects Pope Leo on Migrant Abuse

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Christopher Hale @christopherjhale.bsky.social · 5d

When the pope calls out inhumanity, Catholics should listen. Instead, Trump’s press secretary lied. This is the latest chapter in the MAGA anti-Catholic meltdown.

Karoline Leavitt claims the Trump administration treated immigrants humanely. The facts — and Pope Leo — say otherwise.