The Catholic Church in Mexico, through the weekly Desde la Fe, directed by the Primatial Archdiocese of Mexico, expressed its concern over the anti-immigrant rhetoric that has characterized part of the discourse of the elected president of the United States, Donald Trump, who will assume the presidency for a second time on Monday, January 20, 2025. In particular, Trump was urged to abandon the 'language of hate and discrimination' and to promote open and respectful dialogue.
In its editorial, it criticizes the incongruences of those who, despite identifying as Catholics, promote policies that affect the most vulnerable. The Church called for the avoidance of hate and discrimination language and instead to opt for promoting mutual respect and human dignity. The importance of building a world where peace and brotherhood are possible for all was highlighted.
The stance of the Mexican Catholic Church reflects its commitment to the promotion of social justice and dialogue, especially in a context marked by political and social tensions surrounding migration and the Mexico-United States border. It also expressed opposition to the hiring of undocumented workers, arguing that this practice affects the wages of American workers.
In closing its message, the Church called on the faithful to pray for the new American president and for all leaders of the world, so that their decisions are guided by wisdom, justice, and love for others.
