Trump invites teen lifeguard to White House after rescuing boy from massive Santa Cruz waves

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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Trump invites CA teen to White House after rescue caught on camera
A 16-year-old lifeguard who rescued a boy from massive waves Saturday at a Santa Cruz beach has been invited to the White House by President Trump. In a social media post, the president mentioned he would give the teen a "High Civilian Honor."
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