Trump Honors Crowther Amid Ground Zero Claims | Philadelphia News

Trump honored Welles Crowther, the “man in the red bandanna” who saved 18 lives before dying on 9/11, with the Medal of Freedom — a move that reignited controversy as Trump claimed he personally helped at Ground Zero, despite no official records supporting those claims. The ceremony, hosted by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and featuring a World Trade Center steel beam and portraits of fallen heroes, spotlighted Crowther’s legacy of courage and compassion. His sister praised his selfless acts, saying his story reminds us all of our power to make a difference. Trump is set to attend a Pentagon commemoration next, while all living former presidents will gather for a separate memorial in New York. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f548565cfcdc1474