Teen Lifeguard Honored at White House | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

A teen lifeguard just saved a kid from deadly ocean waves—and now he’s headed to the White House for a presidential honor. Ryder Williams, 16, pulled a 10-year-old from rough surf at California’s Seabright Beach, a rescue that went viral and caught the President’s eye. After Eric Trump saw the video, Trump personally invited Ryder to the White House to recognize his bravery. The rescue was intense—Williams held his ground until backup arrived—and the boy’s dad called it a miracle. Both the boy and the lifeguards walked away safe, proving once again how vital and courageous lifeguards are…