- President Donald Trump reportedly plans to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks at the Pentagon rather than Ground Zero in New York City.
- The decision follows reminders from memorial planners that politicians are prohibited from speaking at the Ground Zero site to preserve its nonpartisan stance.
- Vice President JD Vance will represent the White House at the New York City memorial service instead.
- The National September 11 Memorial and Museum has banned politicians from delivering speeches at the site since 2012.
- Logistical convenience also factored into the plan, as Trump is scheduled to travel to Ireland from Maryland the following day.
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