At the funeral of Didarul Islam, a Muslim police officer killed in a shooting, Gov. Kathy Hochul wore a headscarf, honoring Islamic customs. Ted Cruz responded to an anonymous social media query regarding her scarf, leading to a mix of support and criticism. Hochul defended her action as a demonstration of respect for the grieving community and their traditions. Multiple public figures, including New York Mayor Eric Adams and ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo, attended the funeral, underscoring solidarity in mourning the officer's death.
The comments from Senator Ted Cruz followed the posting of a photo of Governor Kathy Hochul at the funeral of Officer Didarul Islam, with Cruz questioning her headscarf.
Governor Hochul's choice to wear a head covering was a sign of respect for the Muslim traditions observed during the funeral of the police officer.
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