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Trump ’99 percent certain’ he could have spoken at 9/11 event in New York City ‘if I wanted to’

Trump ’99 percent certain’ he could have spoken at 9/11 event in New York City ‘if I wanted to’

Summary

President Trump said he is almost sure he could have spoken at the 9/11 ceremony in New York City if he had chosen to. He denied reports that said he skipped the event because he was not allowed to give a speech.

Key Facts

  • President Trump said he was "99 percent" certain he could have spoken at the 9/11 event.
  • He denied the claim that he did not attend because he wanted to speak but was not allowed.
  • He stated, "I didn’t demand to speak."
  • The event was held to remember the victims of the September 11 attacks.
  • The comments were made on a Friday.
  • This statement clarifies his reasons for not attending the ceremony.
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