US marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with Trump's absence and relatives' criticism

The United States marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a poignant ceremony in New York that was overshadowed by the absence of former president Donald Trump and sharp criticism from victims' relatives. The New York commemorations focused on remembrance, but relatives of those killed used the occasion to deliver searing criticism of Trump. The ABC reported the ceremony in New York was defined not only by memorial rituals but also by the public anger and condemnation voiced by family members of victims, and by the notable lack of Trump's presence at the event. The combination of solemn tribute and outspoken critique gave the anniversary a charged tone, blending grief with public rebuke during the day’s observances.