Pope Leo XIV highlighted the need for humanity and understanding as the U.S. president cracks down on immigration during his first Christmas message as pontiff

Pope Leo XIV did not hold back during his first Christmas address on Thursday, making it clear where he stands on Donald Trump's immigration policies. Speaking from St Peter's Square, the pontiff urged people to show compassion for migrants desperately trying to reach America,

"Jesus took upon himself our fragility, identifying with each one of us: with those who have nothing left," the pontiff said.