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Nation/World. April 2, 2021

Pope visits Vatican vaccination clinic for the poor

By Catholic News Service

The Vatican is providing vaccinations against COVID-19 to the poor and refugees and is expected to serve 1,200 people.

Nation/World. February 3, 2021

Biden’s orders restore humane treatment of immigrants, refugees, says bishop

By Catholic News Service

President Joe Biden’s executive orders aimed at rebuilding the U.S. immigration system, restoring due process and recognizing the dignity of newcomers illustrate his “commitment to prioritize assisting our immigrant and refugee brothers and sisters,” said the head of the U.S. bishops’ migration committee.

Nation/World. January 24, 2021

Photos of the Week: Jan. 17-24, 2021

By The Central Minnesota Catholic

In the spotlight this week: presidential inauguration, pro-life rally, COVID-19 memorial.

Nation/World. January 11, 2021

CHA letter to Biden reveals extensive list of health care priorities

By Catholic News Service

The Catholic Health Association issued an extensive list of priorities it would like President-elect Joe Biden’s administration to pursue.

Nation/World. January 8, 2021

Federal appeals court blocks Trump order on refugee resettlement

By Catholic News Service

A federal circuit court of appeals said Jan. 8, 2021, that a Trump administration executive order that would allow state and local government officials to reject refugees in their jurisdiction violated long-standing resettlement practices.

Nation/World. January 7, 2021

Central African Republic bishops warn of food shortages, insecurity

By Catholic News Service

Catholic bishops in the country are warning of increased violence, food shortages and displaced people as two-thirds of the country was in rebel control in early January.

Nation/World. December 30, 2020

In final push to limit asylum, administration cites public health concerns

By Catholic News Service

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Executive Office for Immigration Review have issued a final rule affecting would-be asylum seekers and others seeking refuge in the U.S. who may have come into contact with the coronavirus.

Nation/World. December 15, 2020

After shipwreck, bishops denounce treatment of Venezuelan refugees

By Catholic News Service

After a boat carrying refugees was allegedly denied entry into Trinidad and Tobago and subsequently shipwrecked, Venezuelan bishops said the treatment of migrants fleeing the country constitutes a serious human rights violation.

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