NY lawmaker Memdani criticized for smiling at 9/11 memorial ceremony

A short video shows New York state legislator Zohran Memdani smiling and chatting with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during the reading of names at a 9/11 memorial, sparking online criticism. Defenders note he remained for the entire ceremony, calling the backlash unfounded. The incident is a minor political controversy with no policy implications.