During a prayer service at Washington's National Cathedral, Episcopal Bishop Mariann Budde confronted President Trump over his executive orders and treatment of marginalized groups. Budde urged Trump to show mercy to those scared by his policies, particularly LGBTQ+ youth and immigrants. She highlighted the crucial contributions of immigrants to society and denounced the portrayal of them as criminals. Budde, who has a history of opposing Trump, recalled a past incident where his actions inflamed violence, emphasizing the need for peace and compassion in leadership.
Millions have put their trust in you. And as you told the nation yesterday, you have felt the providential hand of a loving God.
But the vast majority of immigrants are not criminals. They pay taxes and are good neighbors.
There are gay, lesbian and transgender children in Democratic, Republican, and independent families, some who fear for their lives.
Everything he has said and done is to inflame violence. We need more peace.
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