Jamie Raskin wears a head scarf (bandana) because he is undergoing chemotherapy treatment for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, a form of cancer. The chemotherapy causes hair loss, which led him to start wearing head scarves. He has credited musician Steven Van Zandt, known for his signature scarves, for inspiring his headwear fashion during chemo. Van Zandt even gifted him a bandana to support him through his treatment. This head covering is part of managing the side effects of his treatment, including hair loss.
