DHS hires Catholic theologian who defended Trump on birthright citizenship

The Department of Homeland Security has hired Chad Pecknold, a Catholic theologian from Catholic University, known for his support of President Trump's immigration policies and stance on the Iran conflict. Pecknold has often been at odds with his fellow bishops, who have generally advocated for more lenient immigration policies. This hire signals a potential shift towards more hardline immigration enforcement perspectives within the DHS. It's a move that could influence public discourse and policy debates surrounding immigration and citizenship.