Imam Nidal Alsayed, who leads the Islamic Center of Triplex in Beaumont, said while he agrees with Trump on closing the door until more review is conducted, "this should not prevent the United States to fulfill its duties towards international partners" and calls of humanity outside the United States.

Alsayyed said he does not believe there is anything unconstitutional about Trump's proposal saying, "when it comes to peace and safety," a ban would be acceptable.

"We American Muslims need to be sincere in our religion and to the country we are living in. Peace comes before religion. We need to be truthful and transparent when we express a viewpoint or feedback. It does not matter whether Trump said it or anyone else," said the imam.