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This resolution addresses a controversial sermon delivered by Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde at the National Prayer Service on January 21st, 2025, at the National Cathedral. The resolution first acknowledges the traditional purpose of the National Prayer Service as a public affirmation of dependence on God and a prayer for the success of the President and Vice President (in this case, Donald J. Trump and J.D. Vance). The House of Representatives formally states that Bishop Budde's sermon inappropriately used her position to promote political bias rather than presenting a balanced biblical message. Specifically, the resolution declares two key points: first, that the sermon was a display of political activism, and second, that the House of Representatives condemns what it characterizes as Budde's "distorted message." The resolution appears to be a formal legislative statement expressing disapproval of what the representatives perceive as an inappropriate mixing of religious leadership and political commentary during an traditionally non-partisan ceremonial event.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/59/all-info