Pope Francis appointed Cardinal Robert W. McElroy as the new Archbishop of Washington, signaling a commitment to immigration advocacy amidst rising tensions in American politics.
Cardinal McElroy, a strong supporter of the pope’s agenda on immigration, aims to include marginalized communities like migrants, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals within the Church.
In December, McElroy and fellow bishops reaffirmed their solidarity with immigrants, asserting, 'We want to assure you that we, and our mother, the Church, stand with you in these days of anxiety.'
This appointment reflects Pope Francis's priorities at a critical moment in American politics, particularly as powerful Catholics align with Trump's anti-immigration stance.
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