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Trump publicly invites heroic Santa Cruz lifeguard to White House
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· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway President Trump's invitation to the White House was made public on Tuesday.
A notable invitation has been extended by President Donald Trump. The recipient is a teenager from Santa Cruz who recently performed a heroic act. This individual is a lifeguard and made headlines for saving a life.
The rescue took place in intense conditions and was captured on camera. As a result, the story gained international attention. President Trump's invitation to the White House was made public on Tuesday.
Further details about the invitation and the heroic act are available from KTVU FOX 2 News. The news source reported on the story, which has been witnessed by people around the world.
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Category: local Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KTVU FOX 2 News Reading time: 1 min
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