President Donald Trump has publicly criticised a service held at the Washington National Cathedral, following remarks made during a sermon that directly addressed him.
The service, which took place shortly after Trump’s inauguration on Monday, included a call for compassion and understanding, particularly towards marginalised groups.
During the sermon, Right Reverend Mariann Edgar Budde, the Bishop of Washington, urged Trump to show “mercy” in light of the fears expressed by LGBT and immigrant communities.
In her address, Bishop Budde highlighted the anxiety and concern within these communities, who have expressed worries about the future of their rights and protections under the new administration.
“There are gay, lesbian and transgender children in Democratic, Republican, and independent families, some who fear for their lives.”
“We ask you to show mercy, and we ask you to reflect on the words of Jesus,” she said, emphasising the importance of love and acceptance, values she believes should guide the President’s leadership.
The President’s remarks came on the heels of his inauguration speech, in which he made several controversial statements.
Trump reiterated his stance on gender, declaring that it would be “official policy” under his administration that there are “only two genders – male and female.”
Main Image: Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, President Trump and Vice President Vance vai Getty Images
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