Overview

• During a National Cathedral service following his second inauguration, Bishop Mariann Budde called on President Trump to show mercy to migrants and LGBTQ+ individuals.
• Budde highlighted the fears of marginalized groups, including undocumented immigrants and LGBTQ+ youth, urging the president to act with compassion.
• Trump labeled the bishop a 'left-wing radical' on Truth Social, accusing her of politicizing the church and using a 'mean tone.'
• The president criticized the service as 'boring' and demanded public apologies from Budde and her church, claiming her statements were inappropriate.
• Trump's administration has prioritized strict immigration policies and rolled back LGBTQ+ protections, including a new executive order recognizing only two genders.