Sept. 11, 2001, marked the start of a new era for Muslims in the United States.
However, those who didn't view Muslims favorably went on the offense. Across the country, reports of bomb threats, arson and assaults against Muslims made headlines.
He said that of the people surveyed, almost 80% said they feel at least somewhat worried about the safety of their family in the U.S. According to the FBI, there were 481 incidents in 2001, followed by a significant decline in incidents the next year -- 155. It also included North Koreans and some Venezuelans, and other nations were added to the list in 2020.
Now, Muslim communities across the country are focused on building safe communities and curbing Islamophobia with education and outreach following years of anti-Muslim rhetoric in the White House.Despite efforts by some groups to quell this population, Muslims have continued to grow and thrive in the U.S.
In an interview, Tlaib told ABC News that her Muslim faith and background helps her understand the harm that can come from Islamophobia and xenophobia.