Have mercy in name of God: Bishop appeals to Trump for LGBTQ+ members, immigrants

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Shortly after he took office, Trump announced that he would bring sweeping changes to the "gender identity" policy and also signed an executive order to launch an immediate crackdown on illegal immigration.

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The Trumps and Vances attended the inaugural prayer service on Tuesday at the Washington Cathedral. (Reuters Photo)

India Today World Desk

New Delhi,UPDATED: Jan 22, 2025 08:57 IST

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Inaugural prayer service took place at Washington CathedralTrump signs executive orders targeting LGBTQ+ community, illegal immigrantsHe calls service 'not too exciting'

A bishop made a direct appeal to US President Donald Trump during a prayer service, asking him to "have mercy in the name of God" on the LGBTQ+ community and undocumented illegal immigrants as his administration has targeted both these demographics via executive orders.

When asked later about the service, Trump told reporters on Tuesday that it was “not too exciting”.

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Karishma Saurabh Kalita

Published On:

Jan 22, 2025

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