Trump Accuses Media of Fabricating 9/11 Coverage in Viral Social Media Outburst

Trump rages over 9/11 coverage, slams New York Magazine and Haberman on Truth Social.

September 9, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — Former President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on media outlets, accusing them of spreading false narratives about his actions following the September 11 attacks.

The 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, which claimed nearly 3,000 lives, saw Trump avoid the traditional Ground Zero ceremony in favor of attending an event at the Pentagon. This decision was reported by New York Magazine and journalist Maggie Haberman, sparking a furious response from the former president.

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In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump denied claims that he wasn’t present at the World Trade Center site after the attacks, insisting he visited with construction workers shortly after. He also criticized Haberman, calling her a “maggot” and claiming she fabricated her story. Trump cited his speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., and provided video clips to support his account, while also referencing past interviews where he spoke about his involvement in recovery efforts.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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