Trump invites CA teen to White House after dramatic rescue caught on camera [qnzgLNS8N43]

Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT

A 16-year-old #lifeguard who rescued a boy from massive waves Saturday at a #SantaCruz beach has been invited to the White House. President Donald #Trump posted to X Tuesday that he would bring the teen and his family to the White House and give him a "High Civilian Honor." #rescue