On January 22, 2025, President Donald Trump attended a prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral where Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde delivered a sermon advocating for the protection of immigrants and respect for LGBTQ rights. This sermon came in stark contrast to Trump’s recent executive actions aimed at tightening immigration policies.
Bishop Budde appealed for compassion, highlighting the fears of immigrant families and the challenges faced by LGBTQ youth. Trump, however, appeared unimpressed by the sermon, later labeling Budde as a “so-called Bishop” and criticizing her tone as “nasty.”
Elon Musk also supported Trump’s remarks, suggesting that Budde had succumbed to “woke” ideologies. The incident has sparked considerable discussion on social media and within political circles.
