Donald Trump appears to fall asleep during 9/11 memorial as people outraged at president
Photos and video showed Trump with his eyes closed for more than 15 seconds during the ceremony, prompting criticism online.
- On Friday, President Donald Trump appeared to fall asleep during the Pentagon 9/11 memorial ceremony, remaining slumped with closed eyes while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Melania Trump, and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice remained alert on stage.
- Trump attended the 25th anniversary observance at the Pentagon, while Vice President JD Vance represented the administration at the New York City ceremony held at Ground Zero, as politicians have been barred from speaking at the memorial since 2012.
- The New Republic's deputy editor Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani posted video footage showing Trump with his eyes closed for more than 15 seconds, prompting observers to question his ability to remain alert during official proceedings.
- Forbes columnist Mark Joyella said "He does not look good," while Army veteran and former Republican Drew Rogers suggested the appearance indicated "a neurological issue," sparking wider debate about the president's physical condition.
- Crews are scheduled to break ground Saturday on a $35 million visitor education center near the Pentagon memorial, with the facility slated to open in 2029, expanding commemorative infrastructure at the site.
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Shocking photo shows Trump apparently asleep at 9/11 ceremony
President Donald Trump closed his eyes and dipped his head during the Pentagon ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.A Reuters photograph taken Friday morning showed the president seated before an American flag. His eyes were shut, and his chin was lowered toward his chest.The observance had begun at 9 a.m., more than an hour before the photograph was taken, according to PBS NewsHour."[A]s is always the case when he's sit…
Signs of 'neurological issue' as slumped Trump 'can’t keep his eyes open'
President Donald Trump spoke at the Sept. 11 memorial ceremony at the Pentagon on Friday as families gathered to remember lost loved ones. Viewers couldn't help but notice that the president didn't look well.During the 2025 event, Trump was photographed with one side of his mouth appearing to droop down. Critics accused him of dozing off at the event.So, during the ceremony on Friday, Trump was under increased scrutiny. Observers believe they sa…
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