Family spokesperson, Portland attorney Thomas Nelson, describes himself as Brandon Mayfield's friend.

"He's a regular run of the mill guy. He happens to be a Muslim. He's not a radical fanatical Muslim, he's a straightforward guy," said Nelson.

Nelson said the family is upset at the FBI's actions after they searched Mayfield's Aloha home Thursday morning.

"My problem is somebody obviously leaked this in a very strategic time in order to make some political points," said Nelson.