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Budde’s remarks extended beyond LGBTQ+ issues to criticize Trump’s policies on immigration, particularly his calls for stricter border security and mass deportations. She argued that many illegal immigrants are “faithful members of our churches and mosques, synagogues” and added, “I ask you to have mercy, Mr. President, on those in our communities whose children fear that their parents will be taken away.”
Her emotional plea framed Trump’s policies as lacking compassion, claiming that God calls for mercy and kindness toward strangers.
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The former President, who is no stranger to controversial public appearances, responded bluntly to reporters after the service. “Not too exciting, was it? I didn’t think it was a good service. Thank you very much. They can do much better,” he quipped before returning to the White House.
Trump later took to Truth Social to elaborate on his frustrations with Budde and the event as a whole. He accused the bishop of turning the prayer service into a “Radical Left hard line Trump hater” rally. He said, “She brought her church into the World of politics in a very ungracious way.”
But Trump didn’t stop there. He criticized Budde for failing to address the real victims of the nation’s immigration crisis, citing tragic examples like Laken Riley, an American citizen who was murdered by an illegal immigrant. “She failed to mention the large number of illegal migrants that came into our Country and killed people. Many were deposited from jails and mental institutions. It is a giant crime wave that is taking place in the USA,” Trump said.
The Church’s Decline in Influence
Critics of Budde point to her statements as an example of why the Episcopalian Church continues to struggle with declining membership. With just 1.5 million Episcopalians left in the U.S., the denomination’s embrace of progressive activism over traditional Christian teachings has alienated many believers. Events like this prayer service only deepen the divide.
Budde’s tone and messaging, which Trump described as “nasty” and “not compelling or smart,” overshadowed the intended purpose of the event. “Apart from her inappropriate statements, the service was a very boring and uninspiring one. She is not very good at her job! She and her church owe the public an apology!” Trump wrote.
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Fallout and Future of Inaugural Services
Trump’s scathing remarks and the backlash against Budde’s address may have far-reaching consequences. It’s now unclear whether future Republican presidents will even consider holding inaugural prayer services at the National Cathedral. The politicization of what should be a sacred and unifying moment has soured its appeal.
Ultimately, this incident underscores the growing tensions between faith-based institutions and political ideologies. For Trump and his supporters, the National Cathedral prayer service was not a moment of grace, but rather an example of how sacred platforms are being co-opted to push progressive agendas.
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