"Biden's 9/11 Actions Spark Controversy and Remembrance"
The scars of the 9/11 attacks continue to shape Joe Biden's presidency, as he commemorates the 22nd anniversary of the tragedy. While the sense of national unity that emerged in the aftermath of the attacks has faded, Biden emphasizes the importance of Americans coming together around the principle of democracy. However, deep distrust and dissatisfaction with the government, fueled in part by the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, make it challenging for Biden to govern effectively and may impact his chances for re-election. The fallout from the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan further shadows his presidency, with criticism over the handling of the pullout and demands for transparency from Gold Star families. Lingering skepticism of the wars also affects Biden's efforts to secure emergency funding for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The article suggests that without the 9/11 attacks and subsequent wars, there may not have been a Trump presidency or a President Biden, as they were both products of disillusionment and anger with the system.