President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris paid tribute to the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on its 23rd anniversary. They visited all three sites where the attacks occurred – New York City, Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. They laid wreaths, attended ceremonies, and honored the nearly 3,000 lives lost that day.
The day began in New York City, where Biden and Harris were joined by former President Donald Trump and other leaders for the reading of the names of those who died in the Twin Towers. Harris and Trump shook hands at the ceremony, following a contentious presidential debate the night before.
In Shanksville, they laid a wreath at the memorial near the field where Flight 93 crashed, and brought pizza and beer to local volunteer firefighters. At the Pentagon, they honored the 184 victims who died when a hijacked jet struck the building.
Both Biden and Harris emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant against terrorist threats, citing the killing of Osama bin Laden in 2011 and Ayman al-Zawahiri two years ago. Congressional leaders also paid tribute to the victims, commemorating the sacrifice, bravery, and resilience of Americans on that day and the years that followed.
The day was a reminder of the strength and courage of first responders and the indomitable American spirit. While honoring the lives lost, leaders also criticized the Biden administration for the withdrawal from Afghanistan and highlighted the ongoing commitment to supporting first responders and their families.
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