 In a live interview after the attack she gave the statement, "all terrorist attacks in this country have been by Muslims," to which Hanson was corrected by a journalist.In response, the Islamic Council of Victoria asked for a public apology for Hanson's statement.On 17 August 2017, Hanson wore a burqa onto the floor of the Australian Senate in a move to rally support for a national ban of the religious attire, citing "national security" concerns.