Bishop Mariann Budde decided to allow the rite , since same-sex marriage is legal in the District of Columbia and now in neighboring Maryland as well , Hall said . Same - sex couples have lined up to marry in the halls . Washington National Cathedral is the site of presidential ceremonies . Several presidents have had inaugural prayers there . It is also a place of worship for the Episcopal Church .
Same - sex couples have lined up to marry in the halls . Washington National Cathedral is the site of presidential ceremonies . Several presidents have had inaugural prayers there . It is also a place of worship for the Episcopal Church .