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Hochul orders NY landmarks, including One World Trade Center, lit green for Muslim American Heritage Month

New York State honors Muslim Americans' contributions with green illuminations at six landmarks and a proclamation, marking January as Muslim American Heritage Month.

  • New York Governor Kathy Hochul ordered sixteen state landmarks, including One World Trade Center, to be lit green to celebrate "the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans" for Muslim American Heritage Month.
  • Governor Kathy Hochul stated that the contributions of Muslim communities make the state stronger, indicating a commitment to inclusivity and tolerance.
  • The inclusion of One World Trade Center in the green lighting sparked outrage among some residents, who felt it was disrespectful due to the building's history linked to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
  • New York City's first Muslim Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, expressed gratitude for Hochul's acknowledgment of Muslim contributions, stating that Muslims have been part of New York for centuries.
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