In a rare display of unity, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump, and Senator JD Vance attended the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks at Ground Zero in New York.
In spite of the ongoing political tensions and recent heated debates, the leaders maintained a calm and respectful demeanor throughout the solemn event on Wednesday, September 11, which has gotten people confused and talking all over the media.
Notably, Trump and Harris exchanged smiles and shook hands, despite facing each other just hours earlier during a heated, contentious presidential debate that made them almost enemies.
While there was no visible interaction between Harris and Vance, their presence alongside their political opponents was a stark contrast to the sharp exchanges seen on the campaign trail, which is unusual of both parties and so coincidental.
Although the ceremony’s tone was somber, marking one of the darkest days in U.S. history of those who laid their lives down for the good and betterment of the nation, the momentary appearance of civility raised eyebrows.
Critics argue that such displays of cordiality might mask underlying hostilities, emphasizing the complexities and hidden agendas within the American political landscape due to the recent heat they have been giving themselves, such as being seen all over the media from the debate event to the rally assassination incident that took place in Pennsylvania on July 13.