Trump rails against DEI after DC plane crash, but it doesn't apply to controllers
Donald Trump claimed, without citing evidence, that DEI initiatives at the FAA were partly to blame for the tragic plane and helicopter collision in D.C.
Timeline of Donald Trump's Impact on FAA Prior to D.C. Plane Crash
A midair collision near D.C. has raised concerns over FAA staffing, prompting scrutiny of air traffic control and aviation safety oversight.
Trump criticized DEI and the FAA's diversity policies after a deadly plane crash. Here's what we know.
Initiatives aimed at expanding the workforce existed under President Trump's first term, including a program that aimed to recruit and train qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans,
Trump faults DEI hiring in plane crash and falsely describes FAA policies under Obama, Biden
A close look at the FAA’s hiring policies under Obama, Biden and Trump shows that Trump mischaracterized the policies and misled about his actions and the actions of his White House predecessors. He also provided no evidence these policies had any connection to the fatal crash.
Ted Cruz cautions against speculation on cause of DC plane crash after Trump's DEI remarks
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz cautioned Thursday against speculating about the cause of the fatal midair collision between a commercial jet and a military helicopter before the National Transportation Safety Board completes its investigation.
Top Republican breaks with Trump: DEI not to blame in plane crash
Air crash investigations can take months, and federal investigators told reporters they would not speculate on the cause.
Trump appoints new FAA administrator after vacancy during deadly plane crash. Here's what to know
President Trump appointed Christopher Rocheleau, a 22-year FAA veteran, as acting administrator of the agency.
Trump orders assessment of aviation safety, names acting FAA administrator after deadly DC plane crash
President Donald Trump on Thursday took executive action to address FAA hires and aviation safety after an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with a passenger jet in D.C.
Trump was challenged after blaming DEI for the DC plane crash. Here’s what he said
President Donald Trump began his White House briefing with a moment of silence and a prayer for the victims of Wednesday’s crash at Reagan National Airport.
Trump names acting leader for FAA as flight agency reckons with deadly crash
It appears that the first major air disaster in the U.S. since 2009 has occurred while the Federal Aviation Administration does not have a permanent leader.
Trump attacks DEI policies after DC plane crash, says FAA employees must be held to 'highest standards'
President Donald Trump on Thursday blasted the Federal Aviation Administration's DEI standards at a press conference addressing Wednesday night's deadly plane crash in Washington, D.C.
Trump’s latest executive action made post-crash blame game even worse
The president's response to the American Eagle Flight 5342 crash was, by any fair measure, obscene — which he made worse with ...
Elon Musk Backs Trump's FAA Changes, Calls Biden-Era Hiring 'Insane'
On Wednesday, a plane with 60 passengers and four crew members onboard had a midair collision with a Black Hawk Army ...
Trump says Reagan National Airport crash could have been prevented: 'CLEAR NIGHT'
President Donald Trump addressed the collision between an American Airlines flight and an Army Black Hawk Helicopter near ...
Trump says he's been briefed on 'terrible accident' at DC's Reagan National Airport, says 'May God Bless their souls'
Trump says he's been briefed on 'terrible accident' at DC's Reagan National Airport, says 'May God Bless their souls' ...
Trump Launched FAA Diversity Program to Hire People With Disabilities
Trump hit out at diversity and inclusion initiatives while discussing Reagan National Airport collision that left as many as ...