Trump Slams ‘Trump Hater’ – Demands Apology

Donald Trump speaking at podium.

(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – Amidst the flurry of political theatrics, President Donald Trump has called on Bishop Mariann Budde to issue an apology for her sermon advocating compassion towards immigrants and the LGBTQ+ community, calling her a “Trump hater.”

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The episcopal bishop addressed what she views as an essential message, but Trump’s response exposes deepening divisions.

His demand raises important questions about church, state, and the values at the core of the public debate.

During the National Prayer Service at the Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde delivered what she considered a heartfelt sermon focused on empathy.

Her message asked for compassion for minority communities, particularly emphasizing gay, lesbian, and transgender children who live in fear.

Budde also pointed out that the majority of immigrants are hardworking individuals contributing to society.

This sermon was met with heightened criticism from President Trump, who attended the service with Vice President JD Vance and other notable political figures.

Trump’s reaction was swift and direct. Labeling Budde a “Radical Left hard line Trump hater,” he accused her of dragging politics into the pulpit in a disrespectful manner.

His scathing appraisal of the service, calling it “boring and uninspiring,” underscores the tension between political leadership and religious advocacy.

Trump expressed his dissatisfaction, demanding a retraction for the perceived political attack on his administration.

Bishop Budde did not shy away from defending her message.

Asserting her religious duty to address what she sees as moral imperatives, she stressed the importance of inclusion and acceptance amid societal challenges.

“Most immigrants are not criminals. They pay taxes and are good neighbors,” she proclaimed, cited by Politico.

Trump’s past actions have frequently clashed with Budde’s calls for empathy.

His executive orders include recognizing only two genders, ending birthright citizenship, and declaring a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Such decisions directly contrast with the unity and diversity Budde seeks to promote through her religious platform.

Her outspoken criticism of Trump’s prior actions, like his handling of racial justice protests, adds another layer to their friction.

Reacting to the sermon, Americans have shown mixed responses on social media.

While some support Budde’s advocacy for marginalized communities, others share Trump’s perspective, questioning the role of religious leaders in political discussions.

The National Prayer Service, held at the historically significant Washington National Cathedral, is entrenched in tradition, serving as a platform for presidents since 1933.

Despite the diverse mix of religious leaders present, Trump’s omission of conservative evangelicals—staunch allies of his political base—from speaking roles did not go unnoticed.

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