- New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared January as Muslim American Heritage Month to honor and celebrate the contributions of Muslim Americans.
- As a part of the celebration, she requested 16 landmarks across New York to be illuminated in the color green, which holds cultural significance in Islam.
- Among these landmarks is the iconic One World Trade Center, symbolizing unity and diversity in a location with profound historical significance.
- The initiative aims to celebrate the diversity and cultural heritage that Muslim Americans bring to the state of New York.
- By lighting up these landmarks, the state seeks to promote inclusivity and raise awareness about the vibrant Muslim American community.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hochul-orders-ny-landmarks-one-world-trade-center-lit-green-muslim-american-heritage-month)