In a rare condemnation, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops said it was “troubled by threats” of US President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. They also advocated for “meaningful immigration reform”.

In a special message, the first of its kind in 12 years, the bishops said, “We are troubled by threats against the sanctity of houses of worship and the special nature of hospitals and schools.” Also Read | Freeze US immigration! Lawmaker Chip Roy announces plans of new bill

What did the bishops say?

In their message, the bishops expressed concern about what they described as "a climate of fear and anxiety around questions of profiling" and immigration enforcement.

They said they were saddened by the debate and vilification of migrants, and opposed "the indiscriminat

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