Teen Lifeguard and Boy He Rescued Are Honored at White House After Trump Saw Dramatic Viral Video
Trump plans to honor Ryder Williams after the 16-year-old lifeguard saved a 10-year-old boy from powerful waves, officials said.
- On Monday, 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams met President Donald Trump at the White House's Oval Office to receive recognition for his heroic rescue. The meeting was scheduled to honor Williams' viral rescue of a young swimmer.
- Williams gained national attention last month after sprinting into 8- to 10-foot-high surf at Seabright State Beach. He and fellow lifeguard Aaron Bohnen pulled 10-year-old Nathaniel Rai to safety after powerful waves knocked the child down.
- California State Parks reported Santa Cruz District lifeguards performed 34 rescues that weekend amid dangerous conditions. Despite the public attention, Williams stated, "I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to return the child to his family safely."
- Trump's Oval Office meeting with Williams turned confrontational when the president yelled at a reporter, calling her a "fake reporter" and "loud boisterous person." Trump also commented on his relationship with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un.
- Trump initially invited Williams via Truth Social to receive a High Civilian Honor for his "heroic" actions. The viral video of the rescue prompted the presidential recognition and White House meeting.
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