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Bishop Mark Seitz of the Diocese of El Paso, Texas, speaks at the “Responding to Changing Realities at the U.S. Border and Beyond” conference hosted by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and The Catholic University of America.

El Paso bishop calls Trump immigration orders ‘contrary to the moral law’

Jan 23, 2025

By Madalaine Elhabbal

“We urge President Trump to pivot from these enforcement-only policies to just and merciful solutions,” wrote Bishop Mark Seitz, USCCB... Read more

Political commentator and writer Matt Walsh is seen at Turning Point USA’s Inaugural Eve Ball on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

PHOTOS: Catholic public figures take part in inauguration festivities in Washington

Jan 21, 2025

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

Trump has made headlines by choosing several Catholics to serve in his Cabinet and other parts of his administration, most... Read more

Asylum seekers wait for their CBP One appointments with U.S. authorities before crossing through El Chaparral port in Tijuana, Baja California state, Mexico, on Jan. 20, 2025.

Trump signs executive orders to begin implementing tough immigration policies

Jan 21, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

Among the orders Trump signed Jan. 20 were a declaration of a national emergency at the southern border and a... Read more

President Donald Trump holds an executive order he just signed during the inaugural parade inside Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20, 2025.

Trump signs executive order affirming ‘biological reality of sex’

Jan 21, 2025

By Peter Laffin

The order officially affirms that “women are biologically female, and men are biologically male,” and overturns an array of transgender-related... Read more

Former U.S. President Donald Trump walks on stage to deliver the keynote address at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s Road to Majority Policy Conference at the Washington Hilton on June 22, 2024. in Washington, D.C.

Pope Francis invokes blessings on U.S. as Trump begins presidency

Jan 20, 2025

By AC Wimmer

Pope Francis invoked “an abundance of divine blessings” upon Donald Trump, his family, and “the beloved American people.” Read more

Pope Francis addresses pilgrims gathered for Mass on the solemnity of the Epiphany on Jan. 6, 2025, in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican.

Pope Francis calls potential U.S. deportation plans ‘a disgrace’

Jan 19, 2025

By AC Wimmer

“If this is true it is a disgrace because it makes the poor unfortunate who have nothing pay the price... Read more

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Abortion pills: Where are they legal and illegal?

Jan 8, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

Abortions done via medication, also called chemical abortions, currently account for about half of the abortions that are done in... Read more

Supporters of former president Donald Trump watch as he holds a rally in the historically Democratic district of the South Bronx on May 23, 2024, in New York City.

New poll shows Latino voters helped Trump win the overall Catholic vote in 2024 election

Jan 1, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

According to the data, a large portion of Trump’s improved performance among Catholics came from Latino voters while a smaller... Read more

Argentine President Javier Milei walks past President-elect Donald Trump as they attend the America First Policy Institute Gala held at Mar-a-Lago on Nov. 14, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida.

How will Trump impact abortion, gender, and migration policies in Latin America?

Nov 20, 2024

By David Ramos

The incoming administration of Donald Trump will have repercussions well beyond the nation’s borders, including in Latin America. Read more

Republican presidential nominee former president Donald Trump points to supporters with former first lady Melania Trump during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Donald Trump wins reelection, vowing ‘strong, safe, and prosperous America’

Nov 6, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Trump secured a wide electoral and popular vote victory over Harris, with multiple news networks calling the race for the... Read more

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Catholic voters favor Trump over Harris nationally and in swing states, exit polls show

Nov 5, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Both Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, courted the Catholic vote heavily in the last few weeks of the... Read more

“It is easy to get distracted or misled by propaganda, emotional manipulation, and distortion of the truth,” U.S. Shadow Sen. Zoraida Buxó, R-Puerto Rico, told the Trump campaign rally crowd in heavily Hispanic Allentown, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 29, 2024. “Watch out and stay focused on what is truly important when you go to cast your vote,” she urged.

Trump makes case to Puerto Rican voters in Allentown, Pennsylvania, after joke backlash

Oct 30, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“I will deliver the best future for Puerto Ricans and for Hispanic Americans,” Trump said at the Tuesday night rally. Read more

Archbishop Roberto Gonzalez prays with other priests during Sunday Mass in the San Juan Cathedral in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Oct. 1, 2017.

San Juan archbishop asks Trump to apologize for comedian’s Puerto Rico joke

Oct 29, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“I call upon you, Mr. Trump, to disavow these comments as reflecting in any way your personal or political viewpoints,”... Read more

Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance listens as Republican presidential nominee former president Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show fairgrounds on Oct. 5, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania.

JD Vance at Wisconsin faith rally says Catholics ‘feel abandoned’ by Biden, Harris

Oct 21, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“Kamala Harris is the candidate of anti-Christian and anti-Catholic bigotry,” JD Vance said. “She brags about it. That’s her policy... Read more

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is interviewed by EWTN’s Raymond Arroyo just prior to attending the annual Al Smith dinner in support of the charitable work of the Archdiocese of New York on Oct. 17, 2024.

Trump pledges to consider reimplementing ban on overseas abortion funding

Oct 18, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Former president Donald Trump on Thursday said he will consider reimplementing a ban on taxpayer funding for abortion overseas. Read more

“I think you’ll see a different side of Mr. Trump,” EWTN’s Raymond Arroyo told CNA. “The visuals will also be original as we will be decked out in our tuxes and tails for the Al Smith dinner.”

Trump interview with EWTN’s Raymond Arroyo to coincide with Al Smith dinner

Oct 16, 2024

By Tyler Arnold, Ken Oliver-Méndez

The most emblematically Catholic event in U.S. presidential campaigns, the Al Smith dinner, is set to be the backdrop for... Read more

Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during an event at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on Sept. 20, 2024, in Atlanta.

Trump attacks Harris on her support of tax-funded transgender surgeries for prisoners

Oct 14, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“Even the liberal media was shocked Kamala [Harris] supports taxpayer-funded sex changes for prisoners and illegal aliens,” the ad says. Read more

Former first lady Melania Trump joins Republican presidential nominee former president Donald Trump on stage at the Republican National Convention on July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee.

Melania Trump frustrates pro-life movement with abortion support

Oct 4, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“A woman’s fundamental right of individual liberty, to her own life, grants her the authority to terminate her pregnancy if... Read more

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Bishop’s message to women contemplating abortion: ‘Go to any Catholic church’

Oct 3, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Here’s a roundup of the latest developments in the U.S. regarding abortion and pro-life issues. Read more

Local Republicans operate a booth at the New Britain Township Veterans Committee Fall Festival and Car Show in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, on Sept. 21, 2024.

On the ground in Pennsylvania: Catholics are key swing voters in Harris-Trump showdown

Sep 26, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

In this politically divided state, the race’s outcome could come down to a few swing counties where Biden narrowly edged... Read more