New York governor Kathy Hochul sparks outrage after wearing hijab ahead of 25th anniversary of 9/11
- Posted on September 1, 2026
- By Daily Mail
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In brief
Governor Kathy Hochul faces significant backlash for wearing a hijab during commemorative events surrounding the 9/11 anniversary in New York. The decision reignited previous controversy when she wore the same religious covering at a fallen NYPD officer's funeral, drawing criticism from political opponents including Senator Ted Cruz who questioned the appropriateness of her gesture.
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New York governor Kathy Hochul sparks outrage after wearing hijab ahead of 25th anniversary of 9/11
The liberal governor previously feuded with Ted Cruz last year when she wore the covering to the funeral of murdered NYPD officer Didarul Islam.
