9/11 Victims’ Families Reportedly Plan to Ignore Mayor Mamdani at 25th Memorial Ceremony

New York, NY, September 5, 2026 — The families of victims of the September 11th attacks in New York have reportedly stated their intention to disregard Mayor Mamdani during the upcoming 25th memorial ceremony. Sources indicate that these families are also seeking to bar the Mayor from attending the event.

The 25th memorial ceremony marks a significant anniversary for the victims’ families, marking a quarter-century since the tragic events of 9/11. The reported sentiment from some family members suggests a desire to exclude Mayor Mamdani from participating in the solemn commemorations.

Details regarding the specific reasons behind the families’ reported wishes to ignore or bar Mayor Mamdani were not provided in the summary. The summary also does not specify the exact date or year of the 25th memorial ceremony, nor does it name the specific group or organization representing the families who have expressed these sentiments. Furthermore, no statement has been issued by Mayor Mamdani or his office regarding this report.

The 9/11 memorial ceremonies are annual events held in New York City to honor the nearly 3,000 people killed in the 2001 terrorist attacks. These observances typically involve moments of silence, readings of victims’ names, and reflections on the tragedy. The reported intention of some victims’ families to ignore or exclude a public official adds a layer of complexity to this year’s commemorations.

As the 25th anniversary approaches, further information may emerge regarding the specific concerns of the families and any official response from the Mayor’s office or the memorial organizers. The absence of explicit reasons for the reported exclusion leaves the motivations of the families subject to interpretation.

Story summarized from the original created by Sonya Gugliara on nypost.com, see more information here.