White House denies Trump fell asleep at 9/11 memorial

The White House has issued a statement refuting claims that former President Donald Trump fell asleep during the 25th‑anniversary memorial ceremony for the September 11 attacks held at the Pentagon.

The denial was released after reports emerged suggesting that Trump, who attended the event, appeared to be dozing off while officials and families of victims were being honored. The administration said the allegations were inaccurate.

According to the White House, Trump remained attentive throughout the ceremony and participated fully in the observances. The statement emphasized that the former president was engaged with the proceedings and with the attendees.

The clarification comes amid heightened public interest in the commemorations, which marked a quarter‑century since the terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people and caused extensive damage to the Pentagon.

No further comment was provided on the origins of the rumors or on any additional details regarding the former president’s conduct during the memorial.