President Donald Trump says he will consider a request from families of September 11 victims to release additional government records about the attacks and possible ties between perpetrators and Saudi Arabia. After 25 years, “we'll look at it” is both movement and a reminder of how long transparency can sit in the waiting room.
Families are still seeking answers
Victims' relatives have spent decades pressing agencies and administrations for documents they believe could clarify foreign support, intelligence failures and official knowledge before and after the attacks. Large collections have been declassified, but disputes remain over withheld or redacted material.
Saudi Arabia has long denied involvement, and official investigations have not concluded that the Saudi government as an institution directed the plot. Additional records need careful authentication and context; disclosure should illuminate evidence, not feed unsupported claims.
A decision measured in documents
Reuters reported Trump's September 13 response before he left Ireland. The meaningful next step is a formal review with deadlines, lawful protection of genuine sources and a presumption favoring release where secrecy no longer serves a clear purpose.
Gen X remembers that morning without needing another anniversary montage. Families deserve more than commemorative language if relevant facts can responsibly be made public. Put the records through a real process, then let evidence—not mystery—do the talking.
Facts first. Side-eye included.
DJF separates what is confirmed from what is claimed—and tells you why this particular mess is worth your time.
Dana Side-Eye
Receipts, Rumors & Internet NonsenseDana reads the fine print, checks the timeline, and keeps one eyebrow permanently raised. She covers viral claims, internet pile-ons, and suspiciously convenient explanations.
“Screenshots are forever. So is the side-eye.”