Donald Trump Claims Firefighters Carried Him From Ground Zero After 9/11
Donald Trump claimed firefighters carried him from Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks.

Raleigh Durham, NC, September 9, 2026 —
Donald Trump has stated that firefighters carried him from the scene at Ground Zero following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This claim has been reported as part of public statements made by the former president.
Specific details regarding the circumstances of this alleged event, including the exact date or time Trump was at Ground Zero, the names of the firefighters involved, or any specific actions taken by them, were not provided in the summary. The summary indicates that Trump made this claim in public statements.
The events of September 11, 2001, involved the destruction of the World Trade Center towers in New York City, leading to significant rescue and recovery efforts. First responders, including firefighters, played a crucial role in the immediate aftermath of the attacks, assisting in rescue operations and supporting survivors.
No further information was available regarding the context or any other individuals present during the claimed event. The claim pertains to Trump’s personal experience at the site in the hours or days following the attacks.
The factual accuracy and specific details of this account have not been independently verified or elaborated upon in the provided information. The summary focuses solely on Trump’s assertion that he was carried by firefighters from Ground Zero.
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