US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy after a bishop urged him to show mercy to immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals. The bishop, Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, made the plea during the National Prayer Service at Washington National Cathedral, which Trump attended along with his wife Melania .
Budde’s sermon emphasized the importance of unity and compassion, particularly for vulnerable groups. She highlighted the contributions of immigrants, saying they pick crops, clean office buildings, and work in hospitals, despite many not being citizens or having proper documentation. Budde also stressed that these individuals are not criminals, pay taxes, and are good neighbors.
The bishop’s words were met with visible discomfort from Trump, whose body language suggested he disagreed with her message. Trump has been known for his hardline stance on immigration and LGBTQ+ issues, having recently announced an end to birthright citizenship for children born to illegal immigrants in the US .
The incident has sparked heated debates online, with some criticizing Budde for her support of LGBTQ+ individuals and others commending her for speaking out against injustice.
iam_prettymercy: Coming from gay lesbian Bishop 😂😂😂😂.
bigdave__1: The way Trump is looking at that woman eh😂 He fit suspend you after that speech 😂😂.
effedeborah: Mr. President, no gree for anybody o.. continue keeping that strong face like that.
khaleesee_khasy: You must be joking madam … Only two gender male and female.
flexy_b : Bishop wey dey support lgbtq 🏳️🌈.