Influential Pakistani-Americans, including Pakistani-American Democrats Dr. Asif Mehmood, Tahir Javed, Chairman of the American-Pakistani Public Affairs Committee Dr. Ijaz Ahmad, Gold Star Father Khizr Khan, and US federal judge Zahid Qureshi, attended the event, which was held in person years after former president Donald Trump halted the celebrations.
Around 400 guests, including Muslim members of Congress, diplomats, politicians, and religious leaders, attended the reception, along with US Vice President Kamala Harris and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
Dr. Asif and Dr. Ijaz met with US Vice President Harris at the reception and praised the Biden administration for planning the Eid reception.
President Biden promised to reinstate the custom of celebrating the Muslim holiday at the White House while speaking to the audience at the reception. Almost all of the event was held virtually last year due to COVID-19.
"We must admit that there is still a great deal of work to be done, both internationally and domestically. Even though Muslims continue to face genuine difficulties and threats in our society, such as targeted violence and Islamophobia," he added.
The US president stated that Muslims make our nation stronger every single day.
President Biden said that no one should experience prejudice, repression, or oppression because of their religious convictions.
"We've seen so many Muslims attacked by violence today, all around the world," he added. "No one should be discriminated against, oppressed, or repressed for their religious beliefs," he said.
The US President complimented Muslims for their sense of community and contributions to America on his official Twitter account.
In a tweet, he said, "It was wonderful to host an Eid reception at the White House today. I wish everyone a good Ramadan and a joyous Eid. And thank you for your dedication to the common values that make America great, your contributions to our country, and your sense of community."