The developers behind a proposed Muslim community called EPIC City have hired high-profile attorney Dan Cogdell to help them navigate multiple state investigations. Cogdell accused Gov. Greg Abbott of spreading lies about the project at a press conference on Thursday.

Attorney Dan Cogdell said in a statement Thursday that the groups are being unfairly targeted and alleges they are victims of racial profiling.

The East Plano Islamic Center has faced scrutiny and multiple investigations from state officials in recent weeks over a proposed development meant to accommodate Muslim residents.