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Heroic 16-year-old lifeguard who saved child recognized at White House

President Donald Trump met with Ryder Williams on Monday, a 16-year-old lifeguard who was seen rescuing a child in the California surf last month.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 18, 2026 at 5:20 AM ET · First coverage Aug 17, 2026 at 3:23 PM ET

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