Donald Trump Recounts 9/11 Rescue Claim At White House Event, Sparks Debate
US President says firefighters pulled him to safety after attacks; claim disputed by rescue officials US President Donald Trump has recounted a claim that two firefighters pulled him to safety from a location near an unstable building after the September 11, 2001, attacks, reviving debate over his account of events following the tragedy. Speaking at a White House event on Tuesday to honour…
Donald Trump recounted a story at a White House event on Tuesday, claiming that two firefighters had rescued him from a building near an unstable site during the September 11, 2001 attacks. This assertion sparked a debate, as rescue officials have disputed his account. Speaking at the Steel Across America event in Washington DC, Trump recalled being "taken to safety" by the firefighters, who he described as "big strong guys."
He stated, "I'll never forget, we thought it was coming down on top of us, and two firemen, big strong guys, grabbed me under the arm, said, 'Got to get out of here!'"
Trump's remarks have been criticized by those who claim his account is inaccurate. Media reports have indicated that rescue officials present at the time have disputed certain aspects of his narrative. Additionally, Trump's absence from New York for the 25th anniversary commemorations of the attacks has drawn criticism. Instead of attending the 9/11 memorial in New York, Trump will pay tribute at the Pentagon in Washington.
Vice-President JD Vance and four living former presidents are expected to attend the Ground Zero ceremony in New York.
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