Pope Leo Urges Global Action on Poverty, Critiques Trump’s Immigration Policies

Pope Leo's apostolic exhortation urges global action on poverty and echoes Pope Francis' criticism of Donald Trump's immigration policies, highlighting urgent humanitarian needs.

On October 9, 2023, Pope Leo released his first major document, an apostolic exhortation, addressing global poverty and immigration challenges.
The document critiques Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies, invoking the concerns raised by Pope Francis regarding the treatment of immigrants.
Pope Leo calls for systemic changes in the global market to combat rising inequality and alleviate the struggles of those living paycheck-to-paycheck.

Why It Matters

Pope Leo's exhortation highlights the Catholic Church's ongoing commitment to social justice and human dignity, emphasizing the need for compassionate policies amid a global rise in inequality and migration crises.