Organizers of an Islamic wellness retreat attended by New York City’s first lady have faced backlash after their social media posts called for the destruction of Israel, raising concerns about extremist rhetoric among public figures associated with the event. The posts, described as hateful, have sparked debate over the influence of such groups and their connections to high-profile attendees. Authorities and community leaders are now scrutinizing the retreat’s ties to city officials amid growing calls for accountability. The controversy underscores broader tensions between free speech and the promotion of divisive ideologies in public spaces.
Organizers of Islamic wellness retreat attended by NYC first lady Rama Duwaji called for destruction of Israel in hateful social media posts nypost.com
