Catholic cardinals warn US foreign policy under Trump risks global suffering

Three U.S. Catholic cardinals, Blase Cupich, Robert McElroy, and Joseph Tobin, issued a statement criticizing the Trump administration's foreign policy, asserting it risks global suffering and damages international relations. The cardinals cited the pursuit of Greenland, military actions in Venezuela, and cuts to humanitarian aid as examples of destructive policies. The statement, released on Monday, advocates for a foreign policy that respects human life, religious liberty, and human dignity, especially through economic assistance. This marks the second time in two months that leaders within the U.S. Catholic Church have criticized the administration's policies, following a November condemnation of mass deportations and the vilification of immigrants. Their statement echoes concerns expressed by Pope Leo XIV regarding the rise of force-based diplomacy and a growing "zeal for war."

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