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Photo Of Trump’s ‘Droopy’ Face Captured During Pentagon Ceremony Sets Social Media Into Frenzy

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On Friday morning, Trump sat in a chair at the Pentagon, flanked by military officers and rows of American flags.

Trump had confirmed weeks earlier that he’d be marking the 25th anniversary at the Pentagon rather than New York, telling reporters simply, “Because I’m going to the Pentagon,” when asked why he was skipping Ground Zero. In a social media post the same day, he described September 11 as “a day to remember the victims, and their beautiful family members.”

Journalist Aaron Rupar posted a photo from Friday’s ceremony, credited to Getty photographer Finn Gomez, captioning it “Trump’s face droops while he attends the 9/11 ceremony this morning at the Pentagon.” Within hours, the post had crossed 150,000 views.

A near-identical scene unfolded at last year’s ceremony, marking the 24th anniversary, when similar photos set off the same round of concern.

Ben Meiselas, host of the MeidasTouch Podcast, said at the time: “Trump looked absolutely awful during his attendance at a 9/11 ceremony at the Pentagon. His face was very droopy, he seemed addled, like he didn’t even know where he was.” That comment landed alongside broader health questions tied to Trump’s chronic venous insufficiency diagnosis, a condition that had already generated its own chatter.

This year’s replies filled up fast, running through a familiar checklist of theories.

At its core, Friday’s event was a memorial service.

The Pentagon service included the reading of 189 names, a bell chime for each life lost at that specific site, and a performance of “Amazing Grace” ahead of remarks honoring victims, families, and first responders. Vice President JD Vance represented the administration at the New York ceremony instead, while other officials attended the observance in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

Featured image via X screengrab 

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Terry Lawson

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Terry is an editor and political writer based in Alabama. Over the last five years, he’s worked behind the scenes as a ghostwriter for a range of companies, helping shape voices and tell stories that connect. Now at Political Tribune, he writes sharp political pieces and edits with a close eye on clarity and tone. Terry’s work is driven by strong storytelling, attention to detail, and a clear sense of purpose. He’s skilled in writing, editing, and project management — and always focused on getting the message right. You can find him on X at https://x.com/TerryNotTrump.

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