Donald Trump's Claims Regarding Post-9/11 Events Investigated
Investigations provide no evidence to corroborate former U.S. President Trump's claims that he participated in rescue efforts after the September 11 attacks.
As the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks approaches, statements made by former President Donald Trump regarding his intervention during the events have been fact-checked.
Background of the Claims
Former U.S. President Donald Trump made various statements regarding his own intervention in interviews and events held ahead of the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Statements in the Fox News Interview
In an interview with Trey Gowdy, Trump claimed that he went to New York the day after the attacks and worked intensively alongside construction workers.
Claims at the White House Event
At an event honoring 9/11 emergency responders held at the White House Ellipse, Trump claimed that two firefighters hugged him and carried him to safety.
Historical Records and Lack of Evidence
Investigations and historical records revealed that there is no evidence or specific record indicating that Trump brought hundreds of construction workers or was carried by firefighters at the scene.