New York Marks 25th Anniversary 9/11 Attacks Amid Political Divisions

New York City is marking the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with solemn ceremonies at Ground Zero, where survivors and relatives of the nearly 3,000 victims will read the names of the dead. The commemoration occurs amid heightened political tensions in the city, including a heated mayoral race featuring socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani, who faces attacks from President Donald Trump and other political figures. Vice President J.D. Vance is expected to attend memorial events, while President Trump plans to skip the ceremonies and attend a baseball game instead. The anniversary also highlights the continuing toll from illnesses caused by toxic exposure at Ground Zero, which have increased the overall death count beyond the initial casualties. The attacks of 9/11 fundamentally reshaped U.S. national security and foreign policy and remain a pivotal moment in American history. The observance serves as a reminder of both the tragedy and the ongoing political and social divisions in the city and country.