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9/11 Commemoration Sparks Political Tensions
At the 25th anniversary memorial service in New York City, tensions arose during a handshake between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former Mayor Rudy Giuliani. The event also featured calls for government accountability regarding Saudi Arabia’s alleged involvement in the 9/11 attacks.
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The Hill
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former Mayor Rudy Giuliani shook hands during the 9/11 commemoration ceremony at Ground Zero, a show of unity after Giuliani called on Mamdani not to attend the memorial. Giuliani, who was mayor during the Sept. 11 attack, told Newsmax earlier this week, "havin
2026-09-11 16:18 UTC
The Hill
Terry Strada, the widow of a 9/11 victim, called on the Trump administration Friday to recognize Saudi Arabia’s alleged ties to this terrorist attack — an accusation that the kingdom has repeatedly denied. Strada’s comments at the 25th anniversary memorial service at Ground Zero in New York City el
2026-09-11 16:30 UTC
The Hill
🐘Plus: What you missed at RNC night 2 {beacon} It’s Friday. Let us hold a moment of silence for those who lost their lives 25 years ago. In today's issue: Former presidents reflect on 9/11 GOP convention Day 2 Trump’s dividend vow faces scrutiny Inflation is steady; gas prices are no
2026-09-11 16:33 UTC