Trump Administration Reportedly Seeks Control of 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Eyewitness News ABC7NYOctober 5, 20252 min6,887 views
4 connectionsΒ·8 entities in this videoβPotential Federal Takeover of 9/11 Memorial
- π° A new report from The New York Times suggests the Trump administration is exploring ways to take federal control of the 9/11 memorial and museum.
- ποΈ This reported move follows previous attempts by the Trump administration to influence the management of museums, including the Smithsonian in Washington D.C.
- β The exact methods or reasons for this potential takeover remain unclear, and the White House has not yet commented.
Opposition to Federal Control
- π£οΈ The president of the 9/11 Museum stated that the museum has successfully raised $750 million in private funds and that government intervention might not be sensible, especially while they focus on reducing operating costs.
- π½ Retired Sergeant William Keegan believes the museum should be run by New Yorkers who have a personal connection to the site and its legacy.
- π€ New York Governor Kathy Hochul echoed this sentiment, asserting that the museum belongs to New Yorkers, survivors, and first responders.
Upcoming 9/11 Commemoration
- ποΈ Next week marks the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, with a memorial service planned for Ground Zero.
- βοΈ President Trump is reportedly not expected to attend the Ground Zero ceremony, but plans to visit a ceremony at the Pentagon and later attend a Yankees game.
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9/11 Memorial9/11 MuseumDonald TrumpFederal ControlNew York CityMuseum ManagementGovernment Intervention9/11 AnniversaryGround ZeroKathy HochulWilliam Keegan
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