Lip reader reveals 5 scathing words Donald Trump whispered to JD Vance as bishop made LGBTQ+ plea
On January 21, during a church service in Washington, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde delivered a heartfelt plea to President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, urging them to extend mercy and compassion to the LGBTQ+ community, particularly vulnerable youth and immigrants. Her remarks came in response to recent executive orders by the Trump administration, including one declaring there are only two genders and halting federal diversity programs.
Budde’s address struck a chord with many in the congregation, but not with Trump. According to lip-reader Jeremy Freeman, Trump leaned toward Vance during the service and referred to her comments as “vile.” Later, Trump took to social media to criticize Budde, calling her “ungracious and unwise” and demanding an apology for her remarks.
This incident follows a series of controversial moves by the administration to roll back protections for LGBTQ+ individuals, including ending federal support for gender transition programs and reversing anti-discrimination policies in housing, healthcare, and employment. Budde’s plea highlighted the fears and challenges faced by marginalized communities, though it was met with sharp resistance from the president.
