Trump skipping Ground Zero 9/11 memorial with ex-presidents after learning speeches are banned
- Former presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton will attend the 25th anniversary September 11 memorial ceremony at Ground Zero in New York City.
- President Donald Trump will skip the Ground Zero event and instead attend a memorial service at the Pentagon alongside First Lady Melania Trump.
- Reports indicate Trump changed his plans after memorial officials reminded his team that politicians are prohibited from giving speeches at Ground Zero.
- Trump and White House officials denied the reporting, with Trump labeling it fake news and stating he is happy not to speak on a day reserved for honoring victims.
- Vice President JD Vance will represent the White House at the ceremony in New York City.
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