Congressional lawmakers failed to pass legislation to fund the federal government, resulting in a federal government shutdown at the end of September. Catholic groups that serve the poor urged lawmakers to end gridlock.
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Religious Freedom in Nation’s Schools Examined by Religious Liberty Commission
The third meeting of the Department of Justice’s Religious Liberty Commission Sept. 29 examined a range of religious liberty issues related to public and private schools, as well as reflections on recent instances of violence at houses of worship.
At UN, Trump Says He Wants Gaza Ceasefire, Criticizes Member Nations’ Immigration Policy
President Donald Trump on Sept. 23 addressed the U.N. General Assembly amid the backdrop of conflict in Gaza and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as world leaders still question the extent to which the U.S. will be involved in global affairs as the Trump administration implements its “America First” foreign policy.
Catholic Immigration Advocates Express Concern About New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
President Donald Trump raised the fee for an H-1B visa to $100,000 on Sept. 19, creating some confusion for employers and prompting concern for Catholic immigration advocates.
At Memorial, President Trump Says Charlie Kirk Was ‘Influential Figure’; Widow Says She Forgives Alleged Shooter
Charlie Kirk was an “influential figure” in his own election, President Donald Trump said at a memorial service for the Turning Point USA founder and conservative activist Sept. 21 at State Farm Stadium in Arizona.
USCCB Thanks Trump Administration For Revoking Biden-Era Abortion Rule
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has thanked the Trump administration for its recent decision to revoke a Biden-era rule that qualified veterans to receive abortions under their medical package.
Pope Leo XIV Sets Aug. 22 as Day To Pray, Fast for Peace in Ukraine, Holy Land
Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics to observe Aug. 22 as a day of prayer and fasting for peace and justice, particularly in Ukraine and in the Holy Land.
Land Transfer Including Indigenous Sacred Site Blocked Again; Trump Plans Appeal
A federal court blocks a land transfer threatening Oak Flat, a sacred Indigenous site, as Trump vows to appeal amid religious freedom and environmental concerns.
Fordham’s WFUV Works to Meet Catholic Mission, Provide Public Services Following Federal Cuts to Public Media Funding
WFUV, an NPR public radio station based at Fordham University in the Bronx, is just one of the media organizations impacted by the Trump administration’s decision to roll back $9 billion in previously appropriated funds for international aid programs and public broadcasting.
New Migration Provisions in the Landmark ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’
President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” contains at least 30 provisions related to migration, including funding for border security enhancements and other measures.