In a rare move, three senior U.S. Catholic archbishops have raised concerns about the moral implications of American foreign policy decisions. Archbishops Blase Cupich, Robert McElroy, and Joseph Tobin, representing Chicago, Washington DC, and Newark, New Jersey, respectively, issued a joint statement criticizing recent actions that they believe undermine human dignity and peace. They specifically highlighted the Trump administration’s pursuit of Greenland, military intervention in Venezuela, and cuts to humanitarian aid as jeopardizing international relations and potentially leading to global suffering.
The archbishops’ statement comes at a time when the European Union is also questioning the trustworthiness of U.S. President Donald Trump over his threat to impose tariffs on European nations that opposed his bid for Greenland. Ursula von der Leyen, the EU’s top official, described Trump’s proposed tariffs as a mistake and emphasized the importance of maintaining strong alliances between long-standing partners. She noted that Trump had previously agreed not to impose additional tariffs on EU members, raising doubts about his consistency and reliability in international relations.
The criticism from both the Catholic leaders and EU officials reflects growing unease over the direction of U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration. The archbishops’ concerns about moral responsibilities and the EU’s emphasis on trust and cooperation highlight the complex challenges facing global diplomacy in an increasingly interconnected world.
While the U.S. government has not yet responded to these criticisms, the statements from the Catholic cardinals and EU leaders underscore the importance of ethical considerations and collaborative relationships in shaping international affairs. As the world grapples with pressing issues such as climate change, security threats, and humanitarian crises, the need for principled leadership and constructive dialogue becomes more critical than ever.
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References:
1. Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/01/19/catholic-cardinals-trump-foreign-policy/
2. The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/20/catholic-cardinals-trump-foreign-policy
3. CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-greenland-tariff-eu-says-mistake-urges-european-independence-davos/
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