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Trump Pledges To Make Ground Zero A National Monument

Former President Donald Trump speaks at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J., June 13, 2023. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)

During a recent campaign rally in New York, former President Donald Trump made a significant announcement regarding the future of Ground Zero in Manhattan. Trump declared that if reelected, he would designate the Ground Zero site at the World Trade Center as a national monument, ensuring its protection and maintenance by the United States government.

Trump's statement at the rally in Uniondale, New York, emphasized his commitment to preserving the hallowed ground and honoring the memory of the individuals who tragically lost their lives during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. He expressed his intention to safeguard the site for future generations, stating that it would be preserved forever under national monument status.

Commitment to preserving the World Trade Center site for future generations.
Trump pledges to protect Ground Zero as a national monument.
Emphasizing the importance of honoring the memory of 9/11 victims.

Trump's visit to Ground Zero for a commemoration event marking the 23rd anniversary of the attacks further underscored his dedication to honoring the victims and ensuring that the significance of the site is never forgotten. By proposing to elevate Ground Zero to the status of a national monument, Trump aims to solidify its place in American history and ensure its long-term preservation.

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