The Islamic holy month of fasting and reflection, Ramadan is coming to a close this month. Usually, the White House holds a dinner to acknowledge the end of the holy month, and also commemorate Eid al-Fitr, a religious holiday. The tradition has gone on for the past 20 years. Past administrations featured members of the Muslim community along with members of Congress. However, Trump and his administration decided to break that tradition this year by not holding a Ramadan dinner.
While the Trump administration did not have a Ramadan dinner, Trump and his wife issued a statement this past Saturday. They said "Muslims in the United States joined those around the world during the holy month of Ramadan to focus on acts of faith and charity. Now, as they commemorate Eid with family and friends, they carry on the tradition of helping neighbors and breaking bread with people from all walks of life."
The breaking of tradition by Trump and his administration does not come as a surprise, especially because his administration attempted to put a Muslim travel ban in place. The ban still has not gone through and has been placed on hold by federal judges.
Source: nypost.com
