At a 9/11 remembrance event, Joanne Barbara, the widow of FDNY chief Gerard A. Barbara, took aim at President Biden for his dismissive “do 9/11” comment, while also blasting the federal government over a nearly passed plea deal for terrorists involved in the attacks, as reported by the New York Post.

Gerard Barbara was among the brave first responders who died heroically in the 9/11 attacks, making her words all the more poignant at the ceremony honoring the fallen.

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Jim Malin, Middletown firefighter, takes a moment after completing the 2.2 mile 9/11 Memorial Run/Walk at Summit Park in Blue Ash, Ohio, Sept. 11, 2024. It was part of the remembrance ceremony sponsored by Blue Ash Fire Department, Blue Ash Firefighters Local 3203, and the City of Blue Ash. The 2.2 miles signifies the distance Stephen Siller, with the New York City fire department, ran in full gear to reach the twin towers. His remains were never found. Malin estimated he was wearing about 25 lbs. of gear.

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Referring to Biden’s thoughtless comment, Joanne Barbara didn’t hold back. “The elected officials here today show their respect and reverence to the families on Sept. 11, or — in our president’s words — ‘do 9/11,’ quite a flippant remark,” she said.

Biden's off-the-cuff remark earlier this week, while discussing his upcoming schedule with a reporter, has drawn outrage from many, especially families who lost loved ones that day.

Barbara didn’t stop there. She also took aim at a disturbing plea deal that was nearly pushed through for the alleged mastermind of the 9/11 attacks and two of his terrorist accomplices. The proposed agreement, reached earlier this summer, would have let these killers off the hook with a slap on the wrist—if not for the outcry from the public and 9/11 families.

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Her voice echoed the frustration felt by many. “If not for the 9/11 families, who knows what would have transpired?” she questioned. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, facing overwhelming backlash, had no choice but to revoke the agreement on August 2—a small victory for those still seeking justice for the unspeakable horrors of that day.

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Barbara’s message couldn’t have been clearer: 23 years have passed, and the families of the victims continue to wait for real justice. The time for accountability is long overdue. As applause and cheers erupted from the crowd, her words resonated deeply with Americans who feel that justice has been delayed far too long.

Adding to the day’s weight, former President Donald Trump visited the site to honor the fallen, paying his respects and reminding the nation of the promise to never forget. His presence stood in stark contrast to the administration's failures, serving as a poignant reminder that the fight for justice is far from over.

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