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Immigration is a key issue at this week's U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

By Aleja Hertzler-McCain

Published November 12, 2025 at 6:59 AM EST

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops met in Baltimore this week to elect a new leader and renew their commitment to advocate on behalf of migrants in the U.S.

Aleja Hertzler-McCain

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