Sajid Tarar is a Pakistani‑American businessman and political activist based in the Baltimore, Maryland area. He is best known for founding the organization American Muslims for Trump and for delivering an Islamic benediction at the 2016 Republican National Convention.
Early life and education
Tarar was born in Mandi Bahauddin, Punjab, Pakistan. He immigrated to the United States in the mid‑1980s to pursue higher education, earning a law degree from the Baltimore School of Law and later attending the University of Baltimore. He became a U.S. citizen in the 1990s.
Business career
Tarar has worked in finance and investment, holding leadership positions on various finance committees and serving as president of investment groups. He is the chief executive officer of the Center for Social Change, a non‑profit organization that engages in community outreach and political advocacy.
Political involvement
During the 2016 United States presidential election, Tarar founded American Muslims for Trump, a group that promoted support for Donald Trump among Muslim Americans. On July 19, 2016, he delivered the closing prayer on the second day of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, marking the first time a Muslim cleric performed a benediction at a major U.S. party convention. Following Trump’s election, Tarar participated in the National Prayer Service held during the inauguration weekend and has remained active in political commentary, particularly on issues concerning Pakistani‑American voters and U.S.–Pakistan relations.
Affiliations and activities
Tarar is affiliated with the Republican Party and has been involved with the National Diversity Coalition for Trump. He continues to engage in fundraising, public speaking, and media commentary on conservative political matters.
Personal life
Tarar resides in the Baltimore metropolitan area, is a father of four children, and maintains ties to both his Pakistani heritage and American civic life.
Insufficient verified information is available regarding any formal governmental positions, electoral candidacies, or detailed financial disclosures.
