A Bible passage is at the center of a debate over how the U.S. should treat immigrants

The debate over Matthew 25, which discusses feeding the hungry and welcoming the stranger, has sparked a heated discussion among religious leaders and politicians about U.S. immigration policies. Mainline pastors, Black protestants, and even the pope are arguing for a more compassionate approach, opposing President Trump's stringent policies. Evangelical politicians find themselves defending these measures, leading to a significant rift within the religious community. This debate underscores the tension between faith-based advocacy for humanitarian treatment of immigrants and political agendas that prioritize strict immigration control.