Patriot Day 2026, The 25th Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks

This proclamation, signed September 9, 2026, marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks and officially designates September 11, 2026 as Patriot Day. Content: Recounts the events of that day: the attacks on the World Trade Center's North and South Towers (8:46 a.m. and shortly after), the Pentagon strike, and United Flight 93's crash in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers—including Todd Beamer—fought back against hijackers. States that 2,977 people died in the attacks. Honors first responders (NYPD, FDNY, Port Authority) and nearly 100 emergency agencies who worked to rescue victims, as well as volunteers who assisted. Reflects on national unity following the attacks and the subsequent 25 years of military service by Americans who fought in response to the attacks. Emphasizes ongoing vigilance against threats "whether they threaten us from foreign lands or from among us within our borders." References the administration's commitment to military strength and a "peace through strength" foreign policy. Notes that Congress designated September 11 as "Patriot Day" via a 2001 joint resolution (Public Law 107-89). Proclamation: Officially declares September 11, 2026 as Patriot Day and directs flags at all federal buildings to be flown at half-staff in honor of the victims, while inviting governors, organizations, and individuals to join the observance.