The President took issue with her for allegedly dragging the church into the political arena in a manner he deemed ungracious. This development unfolded a day after Budde's appearance on The View, a popular talk show.
According to The Post Millennial, Budde engaged in a conversation with co-host Joy Behar, who commended the Bishop for her fearlessness, saying she exhibited more courage than anyone in Congress at the moment. Budde responded by stating that her duty that morning was to "reflect, to pray with the nation for unity." She further elaborated on the foundations of unity, emphasizing the importance of respecting the honor and dignity of every human being, as well as the need for basic honesty and humility.
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Budde asserted that unity also necessitates a certain degree of mercy, compassion, and understanding. She expressed her concern for the many people in the country who are currently living in fear, and used her platform to advocate for treating everyone with dignity and mercy. Budde's intention was to counter the divisive and polarizing narrative that is causing real harm to people.
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Ana Navarro, another co-host on The View, praised Budde's gentle and respectful tone, quoting trans TikTok influencer Jools LeBron. Navarro described Budde as "very demure, very mindful."
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During her sermon at the National Cathedral, Budde made a heartfelt plea to President Trump, asking him to show mercy to the frightened people in the country. She highlighted the plight of gay, lesbian, and transgender children, as well as immigrants who, despite lacking proper documentation, contribute to society by paying taxes and being good neighbors. Budde urged the President to show compassion to those fleeing war zones and persecution, reminding him that all were once strangers in this land.
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However, President Trump was not moved by Budde's sermon. In a tweet posted in the early hours of Wednesday morning, he referred to Budde as a "Radical Left hard line Trump hater" who had brought her church into the world of politics in an ungracious way. He criticized her tone as nasty and dismissed her as neither compelling nor smart. Trump also accused Budde of failing to mention the large number of illegal migrants who, he claimed, had entered the country and committed crimes. He concluded by calling the service boring and uninspiring, and demanded an apology from Budde and her church.
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The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde's sermon, intended to promote unity, compassion, and understanding, has instead sparked a heated exchange with the President. This incident underscores the ongoing tension between the church and politics, and raises questions about the role of religious leaders in addressing societal issues. Despite the criticism, Budde remains steadfast in her commitment to advocating for the dignity and rights of all individuals, a stance that resonates with many even as it draws the ire of others.