Mariann Edgar Budde, the Episcopal Bishop of Washington, is a prominent religious leader who advocates for social justice issues, including immigration and LGBTQ+ rights.

Mariann Edgar Budde, bishop of the Episcopal Church spoke directly to President Donald Trump at a worship service Tuesday at the Washington National Cathedral, urging him to "have mercy" on illegal immigrants and LGBT people.

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, the first woman to lead the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, made headlines with a powerful plea for mercy during President Trumps inaugural prayer service. Urging compassion for immigrants and the LGBTQ+ community,