Washington, D.C. — 14 January 2026: On behalf of global refugee communities, especially Christian refugees, Sardar Mushtaq Gill, founder of LEAD Ministries, writes as a Christian refugee, faith leader, and human rights defender to respectfully urge President Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America, to continue leadership in protecting persecuted communities and promoting global peace. The letter emphasizes the urgent need for resuming refugee admissions into the United States, guided by the Gospel values of compassion, justice, protection, and love for the vulnerable.
Open Letter:
From: Sardar Mushtaq Gill, Founder, LEAD Ministries
Date: 14 January 2026
A Call for Leadership in Protecting the Persecuted and Resuming Refugee Admissions
Respected and Honorable Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America,
I, as a Christian refugee, founder of LEAD Ministries, and a faith leader and human rights defender, write on behalf of global refugee communities, especially Christian refugees, to advocate for the persecuted around the world. We hold deep respect for your leadership and your commitment to safeguarding nations from conflict. At a time when the world faces serious dangers, including the risk of major war between nuclear-armed nations such as Pakistan and India, principled and courageous leadership is more vital than ever, having saved millions of lives from possible harm.
Most people around the globe view the President of the United States as a leader for the world, not just for America. Your efforts and policies shape the future not only of the American people but also of communities in many other nations.
People around the globe believe in your leadership and courage, particularly in the protection of persecuted communities, especially Christians. We have witnessed that, due to your leadership, the Christian faith is increasingly respected even in regions that have historically discriminated against Christians. This year, 2025, we observed a notable change, including greater respect for Christmas celebrations and for those who practice the Christian faith, reflecting a meaningful step toward recognition and protection of religious minorities.
We also appreciate your efforts in addressing forms of extremism incompatible with coexistence among people of different faiths, demonstrating commitment to global security, protection of innocent lives, and promotion of peaceful coexistence among people of all faiths.
We humbly urge you to resume and strengthen refugee admissions into the United States, particularly for Christian refugees who are persecuted for their faith. For example, many Christians in Pakistan face severe discrimination and even life-threatening situations due to their faith, including accusations under blasphemy laws. These men, women, and children seek safety, dignity, and the opportunity to live in peace, free from persecution. Such action would demonstrate moral conviction and global compassion, in line with the gospel values of compassion, justice, protection, and love for the vulnerable.
We want to respectfully emphasize that our advocacy is not politically motivated, but comes from our Christian faith. As members of one body of Christ, when one part suffers, the whole body feels its pain. Motivated by this faith and love for our fellow believers, we remind you of the plight of persecuted Christians and offer our prayers for your wisdom, discernment, and safety, as well as for your team, in guiding the United States and the world toward justice, compassion, and protection for the vulnerable.
On behalf of the persecuted, we offer our prayers for your continued leadership in fostering peace, safety, and protection for the most vulnerable, and we sincerely hope that your efforts continue to inspire confidence and hope for those who suffer for their faith.
With respect and prayer,
Sardar Mushtaq Gill
Founder, LEAD Ministries
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