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Trump Claims Credit for Bin Laden's Death, Faces Backlash

4/7/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed credit on April 6, 2026, for the operation killing Osama bin Laden.
He referenced his book, saying "I did one other" to imply he proposed taking out bin Laden before September 11, 2001 attacks.
Bin Laden was killed May 2, 2011 by U.S. Navy SEAL Team Six under President Barack Obama's administration.
Reactions described the claims as unfounded, with some labeling him a "delusional liar".

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed credit on April 6, 2026, for the operation killing Osama bin Laden.
He referenced his book, saying "I did one other" to imply he proposed taking out bin Laden before September 11, 2001 attacks.
Bin Laden was killed May 2, 2011 by U.S. Navy SEAL Team Six under President Barack Obama's administration.
Reactions described the claims as unfounded, with some labeling him a "delusional liar".