**Unhinged Preacher Condemns Trump at Prayer Service, but the President Fires Back**
In a shocking display of partisanship, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde used a National Prayer Service as a platform to lecture President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance about immigration policies.
During her sermon, Budde implored Trump to “have mercy” on families worried about a “crackdown” on illegal immigration, neglecting the safety concerns that many Americans share regarding unchecked borders.
“Many illegal migrants have come into our Country and killed people. Those who are here illegally and commit crimes should not be coddled, but rather deported,” Trump later remarked.
Initially, the president appeared to brush off her comments, questioning their significance. However, the following day, he responded with his signature directness on social media.
On Truth Social, Trump characterized Budde as a "nasty" and "ungracious" figure who failed to acknowledge the serious issues surrounding illegal immigration and its impact on American communities.
“Her sermon was boring and uninspiring,” Trump wrote. “She brought her church into the world of politics in a very ungracious way. It’s a giant crime wave that is taking place in the USA.”
He further asserted that her comments are emblematic of a greater problem—the left's tendency to conflate sympathy with national security, endangering American citizens in the process.
The fallout from Budde’s remarks has not gone unnoticed, with conservative voices rallying against her attempt to politicize a prayer service. CNN commentator Scott Jennings weighed in, labeling her a part of the “Wokescopalians” who have hijacked traditional values, calling the situation “ridiculous.”
The backlash against Budde is a reminder of a growing divide in America—a struggle between conservative values that prioritize the safety and rule of law, and a liberal agenda that often overlooks these fundamental principles in favor of open-border policies.
As public sentiment continues to lean towards safeguarding American interests, Trump’s strong position on immigration resonates with a significant portion of the populace.
With his unwavering commitment to protecting American borders and communities, the former president is likely to remain a beacon of conservative values in the current political landscape. His response to Budde serves as a reminder of his determination to uphold the will of the American people.
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