New York Governor Hochul in a headscarf at a mosque! Images trended on social media
New York Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the Muslim community while wearing a headscarf during her visit to the Islamic Cultural Center in New York.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul wore a headscarf during her visit to the Muslim community.
Hochul, who attended the program at the Islamic Cultural Center and its affiliated school in New York, addressed the congregation in a black headscarf.
Addressed the congregation
During Hochul’s speech, attended by Ambassador Tareq Albanai among others, she thanked the invitees. The governor also addressed the mosque’s imam and administrators.
After the visit, images of her wearing a headscarf spread rapidly on social media, especially being shared thousands of times on the X platform by various users.
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Hochul's wearing a hijab drew criticism from some social media users, while some circles argued that it was a sign of respect towards the religious space and community.
It is known that Hochul had previously worn a hijab at the funeral of a Muslim NYPD officer. In a statement at the time, the governor said he wore the hijab to honor the faith of the officer's family, who had lost their life.
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