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Four Former Presidents Commemorate 9/11 Terrorist Attacks in Downtown NYC f
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Key Points:
- Four former U.S. presidents—Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Joe Biden—attended the 25th anniversary ceremony of the Sept. 11 attacks at the National Sept. 11 Memorial in New York City, joined by former first ladies and other officials.
- President Donald Trump did not attend the New York ceremony, instead participating in a separate event at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.
- While none of the former presidents spoke publicly at the ceremony, Bill Clinton highlighted ongoing support efforts through the Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund, which has awarded over $193 million in scholarships to victims' families.
- The Obamas emphasized unity and remembrance in their social media statement, urging Americans to move forward together as one nation despite the tragedy.
- George W. Bush reflected on his immediate response as president during the attacks, describing his transition into a wartime leader focused on protecting the nation and its citizens.
