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NewsWFLA News Channel 8September 8, 2026Hillsborough County

President Trump posthumously awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther

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President Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther on Tuesday ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Crowther was an equities trader and volunteer firefighter who died while working to save lives during the attacks.

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Why It Matters

The federal government conferred its highest civilian honor, the , recognizing a specific individual's actions during the September 11 attacks.

Key Facts

  • President Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther.
  • The award presentation occurred on Tuesday.
  • The event took place ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
  • Welles Crowther worked as an equities trader and volunteer firefighter.
  • Crowther died while working to save lives on 9/11.

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