Trump announces high civilian honour for teen who saved boy at California beach
US President Donald Trump said a 16-year-old California lifeguard who rescued a boy from violent waves at Seabright Beach would be invited to the White House for a high civilian honour.
A 16-year-old California lifeguard's heroic beach rescue has caught the attention of US President Donald Trump, who has announced plans to honour him at the White House.
Trump's post was shared after dramatic footage of the rescue at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz went viral online.
"We're going to bring this heroic young man, and his family, into the White House with, perhaps, the boy he saved, to give him a High Civilian Honor. Very brave, he deserves it! President DONALD J. TRUMP," Trump tweeted.
His announcement has further amplified attention around the rescue, with many users welcoming the recognition for the teenager's quick thinking and bravery under extreme conditions.
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According to NBC, the incident unfolded on Saturday when a boy, believed to be around 10 years old, was swept into the sea after being caught in powerful waves. The rescue was captured on video by bystander Scott Vander Dussen, who said the child was quickly overwhelmed by the surf.
As beachgoers watched in horror, a 16-year-old lifeguard plunged into the rough water and battled the crashing waves to reach the child. With the help of another lifeguard and several people on the beach, the boy was safely brought back to shore.
The dramatic rescue quickly spread across social media, drawing praise for the teenager's courage.
Earlier, Eric Trump had shared the video on X, writing, "Give this 16-year-old lifeguard the highest civilian honour. This is truly the best of America! Well done!"
The rescue has continued to be widely praised online, with users calling the 16-year-old's actions nothing short of heroic.
Many said his willingness to dive into dangerous surf without hesitation saved a young life, while others described him as an example of courage and selflessness. Trump's announcement has only added to the outpouring of appreciation, with many saying the teenager deserves to be honoured for his remarkable act of bravery.
A 16-year-old California lifeguard's heroic beach rescue has caught the attention of US President Donald Trump, who has announced plans to honour him at the White House.
Trump's post was shared after dramatic footage of the rescue at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz went viral online.
"We're going to bring this heroic young man, and his family, into the White House with, perhaps, the boy he saved, to give him a High Civilian Honor. Very brave, he deserves it! President DONALD J. TRUMP," Trump tweeted.
His announcement has further amplified attention around the rescue, with many users welcoming the recognition for the teenager's quick thinking and bravery under extreme conditions.
See the post:
According to NBC, the incident unfolded on Saturday when a boy, believed to be around 10 years old, was swept into the sea after being caught in powerful waves. The rescue was captured on video by bystander Scott Vander Dussen, who said the child was quickly overwhelmed by the surf.
As beachgoers watched in horror, a 16-year-old lifeguard plunged into the rough water and battled the crashing waves to reach the child. With the help of another lifeguard and several people on the beach, the boy was safely brought back to shore.
The dramatic rescue quickly spread across social media, drawing praise for the teenager's courage.
Earlier, Eric Trump had shared the video on X, writing, "Give this 16-year-old lifeguard the highest civilian honour. This is truly the best of America! Well done!"
The rescue has continued to be widely praised online, with users calling the 16-year-old's actions nothing short of heroic.
Many said his willingness to dive into dangerous surf without hesitation saved a young life, while others described him as an example of courage and selflessness. Trump's announcement has only added to the outpouring of appreciation, with many saying the teenager deserves to be honoured for his remarkable act of bravery.
A 16-year-old California lifeguard's heroic beach rescue has caught the attention of US President Donald Trump, who has announced plans to honour him at the White House.
Trump's post was shared after dramatic footage of the rescue at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz went viral online.
"We're going to bring this heroic young man, and his family, into the White House with, perhaps, the boy he saved, to give him a High Civilian Honor. Very brave, he deserves it! President DONALD J. TRUMP," Trump tweeted.
His announcement has further amplified attention around the rescue, with many users welcoming the recognition for the teenager's quick thinking and bravery under extreme conditions.
See the post:
According to NBC, the incident unfolded on Saturday when a boy, believed to be around 10 years old, was swept into the sea after being caught in powerful waves. The rescue was captured on video by bystander Scott Vander Dussen, who said the child was quickly overwhelmed by the surf.
As beachgoers watched in horror, a 16-year-old lifeguard plunged into the rough water and battled the crashing waves to reach the child. With the help of another lifeguard and several people on the beach, the boy was safely brought back to shore.
The dramatic rescue quickly spread across social media, drawing praise for the teenager's courage.
Earlier, Eric Trump had shared the video on X, writing, "Give this 16-year-old lifeguard the highest civilian honour. This is truly the best of America! Well done!"
The rescue has continued to be widely praised online, with users calling the 16-year-old's actions nothing short of heroic.
Many said his willingness to dive into dangerous surf without hesitation saved a young life, while others described him as an example of courage and selflessness. Trump's announcement has only added to the outpouring of appreciation, with many saying the teenager deserves to be honoured for his remarkable act of bravery.
