Trump Weighs Release Of Files Sought By 9/11 Victims' Families
President Donald Trump stated he will review requests from 9/11 victims' families to declassify records potentially linking Saudi Arabia to the 2011 attacks. Families have long campaigned for the release of these documents, accusing previous administrations of protecting the Saudi government.
Why it matters
The potential declassification of these files could significantly impact U.S.-Saudi diplomatic relations and provide closure to victims' families.
President Donald Trump said Sunday that he will look into requests from families of September 11 victims to release records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia's alleged role in the attacks 25 years ago.Several families have long alleged that a group of extremist religious leaders in Saudi Arabia gained influence in the Saudi government and aided the hijackers. Fifteen of the 19 hijackers were Saudis, but the Saudi government has long denied any involvement in the attacks.The families have asked Trump to declassify and release the relevant records. Asked about it Sunday during his trip to Ireland, the president said he would consider it."I'm going to look at it when I get back," Trump said just before boarding Air Force One to return to Washington after a weekend in Ireland.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in