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Bipartisan Delegation Honors 9/11 Victims on 24th Anniversary

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A bipartisan delegation of the House Committee on Homeland Security, led by Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY), visited Ground Zero on the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, paying tribute to the 2,977 lives lost. The delegation honored the memories of the victims by laying roses on their names at the 9/11 Memorial, before touring the 9/11 Memorial Museum. This visit comes as the committee continues to work towards preventing another tragedy like 9/11, guided by the call to action "Never Forget." The delegation also discussed security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, highlighting the threat landscape and the need for strong partnerships between law enforcement and the public and private sectors.

Key Takeaways:

  • A bipartisan delegation of the House Committee on Homeland Security, led by Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY), visited Ground Zero on the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
  • The delegation honored the memories of the 2,977 lives lost by laying roses on their names at the 9/11 Memorial and touring the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
  • The committee continues to work towards preventing another tragedy like 9/11, guided by the call to action "Never Forget."
  • The delegation discussed security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, highlighting the threat landscape and the need for strong partnerships between law enforcement and the public and private sectors.
  • The World Cup is expected to attract five million fans, and the committee is working to ensure that athletes and spectators are safe amid increased threats.
  • The delegation discussed the need to stay vigilant for copycat attacks in the wake of recent heinous political violence on U.S. soil and the issue of human trafficking at large-scale entertainment events.
  • The committee's task force on enhancing security for special events in the United States, led by Chairman McCaul, conducted a site visit to MetLife Stadium to assess security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • Today, more than 83,000 first responders and survivors are facing ongoing battles with 9/11-related cancers and other serious health conditions.

Statistics:

  • 2,977 lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001
  • 24 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks
  • 9/11 Commission's report still warrants continued oversight to protect the homeland more than two decades later
  • More than 83,000 first responders and survivors facing ongoing battles with 9/11-related cancers and other serious health conditions
  • 2026 FIFA World Cup expected to attract five million fans
  • 2028 Olympics and the 250th anniversary of the United States next year require strong security preparations

Sources:

  • House Committee on Homeland Security, Republicans: [House Committee on Homeland Security, Republicans](https://homeland.house.gov/)
  • U.S. House of Representatives: [U.S. House of Representatives](https://www.house.gov/)
  • 9/11 Memorial: [9/11 Memorial](https://www.911memorial.org/)

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