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In a shocking turn of events, a formal complaint has been filed with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) against Catholic Charities, accusing them of violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) for allegedly facilitating illegal immigration.
The news, first reported by journalist Jack Posobiec, has sparked a wave of reactions on social media and put this Catholic organization—recipient of millions of dollars in federal funding—under intense scrutiny.
The complaint arises amid an event in Washington, D.C., where a new cardinal was being invested. Throughout the day, activists and citizens expressed their discontent not only over this issue but also over allegations of sexual abuse cover-ups within the Church.
It is also alleged that Catholic Charities has received «billions of dollars» to resettle immigrants and refugees, while critics question the lack of diligence in protecting minors, pointing out that «300,000 children are missing.»
Rachel Masters Yakima and Dr. Janet Smith, who separately wrote letters to JD Vince and President Trump regarding this protest, called for a RICO investigation into the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
They stated:
«Rachel and I want to address one of the most concerning issues: the Church has been covering up sexual abuse for a long time. It has consistently been one of the institutions most responsible for these cover-ups. In fact, in Rachel’s case, her abuse was covered up by the Church, just as McCarrick’s was.
We are extremely disappointed that McElroy is in Washington, D.C., when he is guilty of the very things the Church claims to condemn. Additionally, the Church is receiving billions of dollars from the government to resettle refugees and immigrants despite its history of child abuse.
There are 300,000 missing children, and the Church has been accused of failing to exercise due diligence or truly care about them. They just say, ‘Trust us.’»
This is not the first time Catholic Charities has faced criticism. The organization has been called out by Republican lawmakers and various media outlets for allegedly encouraging illegal immigration by providing humanitarian aid to migrants at the southern border using federal funds. These actions, though framed as charity, are reportedly violating immigration laws by facilitating the entry and stay of undocumented individuals.
For its part, Catholic Charities has defended its mission, arguing that its purpose is to assist the most vulnerable, regardless of immigration status, and that it always operates within the legal framework.
For now, the DOJ has not issued any official comments on the complaint, and it remains to be seen whether it will proceed under RICO, a law commonly used against criminal organizations.
Meanwhile, public outrage continues to grow, with citizens demanding transparency and justice. Is Catholic Charities a victim of political attacks, or is there real evidence of illegal activities? The truth remains to be uncovered.
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