(NewsNation) — Pope Leo XIV spoke out on the death penalty and inhumane treatment of immigrants Tuesday, saying those who support those policies are "not really pro-life."

The pope made the comments to reporters at EWTN News, weighing in on a decision by Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich to honor Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., for his defense of immigrants.

Ten American bishops objected to the award because Durbin supports legalized abortion.

The long-serving senator has said that while he would encourage women in his life not to have an abortion, he recognizes that it is their decision, and in terms of public policy, that option should be there.

Pope Leo XIV said he wasn't familiar with Durbin's specific situation but noted that it is important to look at the overall record of his work.

“Some

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