National Prayer Service

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An aerial view of Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. Illustrative photo, not from the service.

What Did Trump Tell Vance During Bishop Budde’s Plea? What’s Known and What Isn’t

The moment happened at a Jan. 21, 2025, prayer service. Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde asked Trump to “have mercy,” and clips of Trump appearing to speak to JD Vance keep circulating. What he said has not been confirmed.

September 20, 2026 · 3 min read