Teen lifeguard and boy he rescued are honored at White House after Trump saw dramatic viral video
Summary
President Donald Trump honored a 16-year-old lifeguard, Ryder Williams, and the 10-year-old boy he rescued, Nathaniel Rai, at the White House. The rescue happened off the coast of California in July and was caught on a video that became very popular online.Key Facts
- Ryder Williams is a 16-year-old lifeguard who rescued Nathaniel Rai, a 10-year-old boy, from the ocean in Santa Cruz, California.
- The rescue video went viral and has been seen millions of times around the world.
- President Trump met both boys and their families in the Oval Office on August 17, 2026.
- Trump called Williams a “real hero” and praised Nathaniel for staying calm during the rescue.
- Williams credited his training for helping him act quickly and safely during the emergency.
- Williams wants to train as a paramedic and become a firefighter in the future.
- Trump invited the boys to see the Lincoln Bedroom and hinted at giving Williams good recommendations for his future goals.
- Lifeguard Aaron Bohnen also helped in the rescue and joined the meeting.
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