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Donald Trump's five-word response to Bishop Mariann Budde's plea for mercy

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Source: The Independent
Author: Lucy Leeson
Published: Jan, 22 2025 12:21

Lucy Leeson | Wednesday 22 January 2025 12:21 GMT. Donald Trump has responded after Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde pleaded with the president to show Christian mercy to immigrants and members of the LGBT+ community. Trump was asked for his verdict on the bishop’s comments during the National Prayer Service on Tuesday (21 January), stating: “They can do much better”.

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