Rashad has worked with Muslim communities during the Obama period and we hope his relevant experience is going to make him a voice for all of us

Rashad's appointment demonstrates not only the importance the Biden administration places on religious freedom, it also shows the importance of the Muslim world to the administration both in terms of combatting Islamophobia and also promoting religious freedom in Muslim majority countries

We appreciate the Biden administration prioritizing this appointment, and we stand ready to work with Mr. Hussain upon his confirmation.

Government restrictions on religion have steadily increased for over a decade. Social hostility toward people of faith remains high.