FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 25, 2025

WASHINGTON—In the wake of the shooting at a Dallas ICE facility in Dallas, NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice reiterated its opposition to all gun violence and political violence, as well as its support for common sense gun control. 

NETWORK Executive Director Laurie Carafone said: 

“NETWORK mourns the tragic shooting and loss of life at an ICE facility in Dallas. Catholic Sisters have long embraced nonviolence, and NETWORK decries all gun violence and condemns all acts of political violence. NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice continues to support common sense gun control in this country. Our prayers are with the families of the victims and all who experienced this horrendous act.” 

Founded by Catholic Sisters in 1971, NETWORK is an inclusive, national, Catholic advocacy organization open to all who share our values, working for justice and equity for everyone. For 53 years, NETWORK has educated, organized, and lobbied for federal policies that serve the common good and honor the dignity of all people.  

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