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Giuliani’s Pneumonia Hospitalization Sparks Trump, NYC Mayors’ Support

5/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rudy Giuliani’s pneumonia, worsened by an airway disease he contracted after working at Ground Zero following the September 11, 2001 attacks, led to his hospitalization in West Palm Beach, Florida.
He was placed on a ventilator, then taken off it, and is now breathing on his own.
U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social praising Giuliani and urging prayers, while New York Mayors Eric Adams and Zohran Mamdani voiced support.

History

Historical Context

After the 2001 attacks that released tons of toxic dust, the 2010 James Zadroga Act funded the World Trade Center Health Program, which now reports over 70% of 8,000 responders suffer chronic illnesses. Giuliani’s 2024 pneumonia hospitalization revives those long-standing health concerns, prompting Donald Trump, Mayor Eric Adams and Councilmember Zohran Mamdani to call for continued federal funding.

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Story summary

Rudy Giuliani’s pneumonia, worsened by an airway disease he contracted after working at Ground Zero following the September 11, 2001 attacks, led to his hospitalization in West Palm Beach, Florida.
He was placed on a ventilator, then taken off it, and is now breathing on his own.
U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social praising Giuliani and urging prayers, while New York Mayors Eric Adams and Zohran Mamdani voiced support.

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