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JD Vance ‘Celebrate’ 9/11 Remarks Spark Backlash

9/1/2026

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance said the United States will “celebrate” the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
He made the remarks at a GOP rally in Sterling Heights, Michigan, promoting Trump-endorsed candidates.
A video of the slip went viral, prompting widespread mockery and criticism that “celebrate” is inappropriate.
Commentators warned the gaffe could hurt Vance’s presidential ambitions.

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance said the United States will “celebrate” the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
He made the remarks at a GOP rally in Sterling Heights, Michigan, promoting Trump-endorsed candidates.
A video of the slip went viral, prompting widespread mockery and criticism that “celebrate” is inappropriate.
Commentators warned the gaffe could hurt Vance’s presidential ambitions.