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German Bishop Denounces Trump Administration’s Authoritarian Shift in Easter Sermon

Bishop Georg Bätzing warns of democratic erosion in the U.S., global instability, and Europe’s lack of preparedness while urging faith as a source of resilience.

Bischof Bätzing prangert an Ostern den aus seiner Sicht autoritären Umbau der USA an
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Overview

  • Bishop Georg Bätzing criticized the Trump administration's political style as authoritarian, marked by lies and public humiliation, during his Easter sermon in Limburg Cathedral.
  • He warned that democratic structures in North America are being undermined through media restrictions, dismissal of officials, border closures, and abrupt withdrawal from international agreements.
  • Bätzing expressed concerns about Europe’s unpreparedness for the uncertainties created by these geopolitical shifts, emphasizing their potential destabilizing effects.
  • He contextualized his critique within broader global crises, referencing the Ukraine war, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Israel conflict as examples of rapid and unsettling change.
  • The bishop called for reliance on Christian faith to counter fear and grief, highlighting the Easter celebration’s role in fostering hope and resilience during turbulent times.