Pope Leo has appointed Bishop Mario Avilés as the new bishop of Corpus Christi. The Mexican-born Avilés, 56, was named as an auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Brownsville, Texas by Pope Francis in 2018. A Grok inquiry revealed Avilés has been a strong advocate for migrants while serving in the Brownsville diocese. We could find no examples of Avilés speaking out against the illegal migrant invasion that took place under the Biden administration. Key Actions in Migrant Support Avilés’ hands-on involvement stems from his role in Brownsville, a diocese that operates extensive migrant services, including shelters, legal aid, and family reunification programs through Catholic Charities and diocesan outreach. As auxiliary bishop, he contributed to pastoral councils overseeing these efforts, ensuring resources reached vulnerable populations amid surges in migration. Participation in Las Posadas Celebration with Migrants (2019): Avilés joined Bishop Daniel E. Flores of Brownsville and …