Trump says he will consider releasing more 9/11 records after families’ request
Donald Trump stated he would consider declassifying additional 9/11 records that could reveal Saudi Arabia's alleged involvement in the 2001 attacks. This comes after requests from 9/11 victim families, who have long pursued legal action and believe past administrations protected Saudi interests.
Why it matters
The potential release of these records could reignite scrutiny on Saudi Arabia's historical role in the 9/11 attacks and impact US-Saudi relations, offering new information to the victim families' ongoing legal battles.
Terry Strada, national chair of 9/11 Families United, speaks during a ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in New York City on 11 September 2026. Terry Strada, national chair of 9/11 Families United, speaks during a ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in New York City on 11 September 2026. September 11 2001 Trump says he will consider releasing more 9/11 records after families’ request Families have asked Trump to declassify records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia’s alleged role in the 2001 attacks
Prefer the Guardian on Google Donald Trump said on Sunday that he will look into requests from families of 9/11 victims to release records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia’s alleged role in the attacks 25 years ago.
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