Donald Trump reiterated his claim that he foresaw the events of 9/11 and could have prevented them if his warnings had been taken seriously. Speaking at the Navy 250 Celebration at Naval Station Norfolk, Trump stated that he had raised concerns about Osama bin Laden a year before the World Trade Center attack, emphasizing that his statements were overlooked by the media. Despite the lack of acknowledgment, Trump asserted that he had identified bin Laden as a threat in a book published well before the tragic incident.
Contrary to Trump’s assertions, he did not predict the 9/11 attacks. In his book “The America We Deserve,” released over 18 months prior to 9/11, Trump briefly mentioned bin Laden as a security concern but did not foresee the specific terrorist actions. Nonetheless, the book did highlight bin Laden’s potential threat to American security.
During the Navy event, Trump shared updates on social media, expressing excitement about the day’s activities and the impressive display of naval capabilities. Accompanied by various officials, including First Lady Melania Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Trump engaged with Navy personnel, distributing challenge coins and watching military demonstrations from the aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush.
Amidst a government shutdown, Trump blamed Democrats for the situation, accusing them of hindering Navy celebrations and causing disruptions. Senate Democrats’ refusal to maintain government operations led to disputes over healthcare subsidies and Medicaid reductions, with Trump attributing potential layoffs to Democratic actions. Trump condemned the Democrats for the shutdown, emphasizing the economic achievements under his administration while criticizing their role in the situation.