New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing fierce criticism after wearing a hijab during a visit to the Islamic Cultural Center of New York. Hochul said the gesture was meant to show respect for the Muslim community and its religious customs, but conservative commentators and Republican figures quickly turned the appearance into a political controversy.

The state leader took a beating from right-wingers like Riley Gaines and Spencer Pratt over the silliest issue.

The state leader took a beating from right-wingers like Riley Gaines and Spencer Pratt over the silliest issue.