Was September 11 an Inside Job? And Why Has It Never Been Reopened?

September 11, 2001, is a date that changed the world forever. It’s a day that many of us can remember exactly where we were when we heard the news. It’s a day filled with images that haunt us—the towers falling, the smoke, the chaos, the heartbreak. But more than 20 years later, the truth about that day is still widely debated. Was it just an attack carried out by terrorists as we were told, or is there a deeper, more troubling truth that’s been hidden from us all along? The "Inside Job" Theory: Is It Real? The theory that September 11 was an "inside job" has circulated for years, and it’s one of the most controversial topics out there. Many believe that elements within the U.S. government or military might have been involved, or at least allowed the attacks to happen, for reasons that could range from military advantage to financial gain. One of the main arguments for this theory is the way the buildings collapsed. The collapse of the Twin Towers and World Trade Center 7 (a third building that also fell that day) has been scrutinized by engineers and architects. They argue that the official story doesn’t quite add up—that the buildings came down too perfectly, too symmetrically, for it to be entirely caused by the planes and fires. The fact that WTC 7 fell even though it wasn’t hit by a plane has led some to suspect that something wasn’t right. There are also questions about the pre-9/11 military drills. On the day of the attacks, there were several drills being run, including one involving hijacked planes. Some believe that these drills confused the response of the military and law enforcement, preventing them from reacting in time. These drills have raised eyebrows because of the coincidence—could it be that the timing was just too perfect?

Why Has It Never Been Reopened? Here’s the thing: we have had commissions, investigations, and endless debates, yet the official story has never really been reopened. Why? After all, with so many questions still lingering, one would think that a fresh investigation would be called for, especially given how important it was—how it changed everything. The truth is, there are a lot of powerful forces at play here. Once the narrative was set and the war on terror began, it was easier to leave things as they were. There’s a certain narrative that serves those in power, and admitting that things might not have happened the way we were told could have catastrophic consequences, not just politically, but financially, too. Those in charge may have been far more concerned with maintaining their positions, and reopening the case would have meant shaking things up too much. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) conducted an investigation, but critics claim it was limited in scope and didn’t go far enough to address all of the lingering questions. When you look at the information they chose to focus on and the things they left out, it’s not hard to see why people would feel the need for an independent and unbiased investigation. But the fact remains, the door has been closed.

How Much Money Did the Elites Make After September 11? This is where things get even more suspicious. It’s not just the question of what happened on that day—it’s what happened afterward. The aftermath of 9/11 made some people, particularly the elites, a whole lot richer. The U.S. government’s response to the attacks included massive spending on defense and security, resulting in the creation of new industries and the expansion of existing ones. Defense contractors, arms manufacturers, and private security firms saw their profits skyrocket. Companies like Halliburton, which was led by Dick Cheney at the time, made billions in government contracts, including for rebuilding Iraq. This is often referred to as the "military-industrial complex," a web of companies and government agencies that benefit from continuous warfare and conflict. The financial markets also saw a strange surge in certain industries immediately after the attacks. Some stocks related to defense and security saw significant gains, almost as if they had insider knowledge of what was to come. In fact, there were unusual patterns of trading in the days leading up to 9/11 that some argue could be linked to insider trading—people who had prior knowledge of the attacks. And don’t forget about the so-called “war on terror,” which allowed the U.S. to justify spending trillions of dollars on wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. These wars weren’t just about national security—they were also about oil, contracts, and control over vital resources. Some would argue that 9/11 served as a perfect pretext for launching these wars, which only further enriched the elites who stood to benefit from them.

So, Why Is It All So Suspicious? It’s suspicious because, in a world where ordinary people are struggling to make ends meet, where the poor are often left behind, where corruption runs rampant, the rich seem to only get richer. September 11, for all its devastation, wasn’t just an opportunity to fuel a war—it was also an opportunity to reshape the economy, the government, and the way we think about power. We’ve been told the story of 9/11, but we’ve never been given the full picture. The financial windfalls for the elites, the strange patterns of trading, and the unanswered questions surrounding the attacks all point to a truth we can’t ignore. It’s not just about who was responsible for the attacks—it’s about what the attacks allowed the powerful to do afterward. And that’s the real story that no one seems to want us to know. Final Thoughts The story of 9/11 is still unfolding, and perhaps it always will be. The more we look into the aftermath—the wealth it generated, the wars it fueled, the surveillance it justified—the more we can see how powerful interests benefited from the tragedy. But asking questions, challenging the narrative, and seeking the truth is something we must continue to do. Only when we understand what truly happened can we ensure that justice is served, for those who suffered and for all of us who deserve a world where truth reigns, not lies. Remember, the truth doesn’t fear investigation. It is only in silence, in ignorance, in fear that we allow the powerful to dictate the world we live in. © 2025 Santiago D.C. Maria. All Rights Reserved.