While some have expressed their concern about an ordained minister praying to the Hindu god, “Brahma,” the congressman drew widespread criticism from conservatives for his play on the word “amen,” a Hebrew word that means “so be it.” Critics took issue with the fact that “amen” is not a gendered word. Donald Trump, Jr., called Cleaver “insane,” and Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) accused the congressman of virtue signaling.