Rep. André Carson (D., Ind.) said on Monday that President Donald Trump has "fanned the flames of Islamophobia."
Carson made the accusation while speaking with CNN's Wolf Blitzer, who questioned Carson about conditions in his district. Carson talked about a billboard against Islam in his district and an upcoming anti-Islam march.
"I think what makes me even more concerned about President Trump's rhetoric is that he has fanned the flames of Islamophobia in our country," Carson said.
Carson, one of two Muslims in Congress, called for highlighting efforts of Muslims in society and inclusion.
"For this environment to exist and for the polarization that has been caused, the deepening of the wedge in our country led by President Trump, I think it's time for the American people, whether Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, to stand up and say we want our country back in a very real sense," Carson said.
