Presidential candidates put politics aside at 9/11 memorial ceremony in New York. President Biden, former President Trump, Vice President Harris, and Sen. Vance attended the event. Some victims’ relatives called for accountability from the candidates, urging them to press Saudi Arabia about any involvement in the attacks. The anniversary was marked with appeals for justice and accountability, with readers criticizing a plea deal struck with alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Biden, on his last Sept. 11 in office, paid respects at all three attack sites. The day also saw wreath-laying ceremonies at the Flight 93 National Memorial, where Trump described the site as “incredible.” The attacks, which killed nearly 3,000 people, had far-reaching effects on U.S. foreign policy and security practices. While the country commemorates the day with volunteer work, some question the presence of politicians seeking political clout at such solemn events. The ceremony at ground zero has evolved to focus on victims’ families reading names, rather than political speeches, fostering a sense of unity and remembrance among attendees. The anniversary remains a poignant moment for families to honor their lost loved ones, with young relatives taking on the responsibility to ensure their stories are never forgotten. The event was attended by reporters and contributed by journalists in various locations, capturing the somber yet hopeful atmosphere of the day.
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