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Was he grave, sombre, the consoler-in-chief? Are you kidding – this is Trump

Hours after the Washington plane crash, the president’s desire to politicise tragedy was breathtaking in its audacity

The Guardian - US

Aviation expert "embarrassed" by Trump

It may take weeks to figure out what went wrong, experts tell Salon. But politics plays no role in investigation

Salon

Donald Trump slammed after suggesting diversity hires to blame for Washington plane crash

Aviation expert warns Trump presented theories about midair crash between a passenger plane and an army helicopter ‘based on no evidence at all’

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Trump blames others but Washington air crash comes amid upheaval in US aviation

More flights, staffing shortages and mounting safety questions may have played a role in deadly air collision

The Guardian - US

Trump lashes out at CNN's Kaitlan Collins for asking if he’s ‘getting ahead of investigation’ by blaming DC crash on DEI

‘Does it comfort their family to hear you blaming DEI policies?’ Kaitlan Collins asked the president on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Trump baselessly blames DEI and Democrats for Washington DC plane crash

President scapegoats diversity and inclusion initiatives while addressing air traffic disaster that left 67 dead

The Guardian - US

American Airlines Cancels Flights After Deadly Collision On Route

American Airlines cancels flights after tragic midair collision between passenger plane and US Army helicopter near DC. FAA and defense officials investiga...

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Reagan airport, the notoriously congested destination of the crashed American Airlines flight, experienced at least 8 near-miss accidents last year alone

“If changes aren't made, that near-miss becomes a mid-air collision,” one aviation safety expert said. “Unfortunately, that's what we had last night.”

Fortune

The Guardian view on the Washington DC plane crash: Trump’s warped priorities

Editorial: The president is more concerned with attacking the federal government than with putting safety first

The Guardian - UK

President Trump Blames Diversity Push For Mid-Air Collision

President Trump's remarks on FAA diversity push post mid-air collision near DC spark criticism from experts, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation.

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FAA Chief Role Remains Vacant Amid Horrific Plane Crash After Elon Musk Pressured Previous Leader to Resign

The leader of the Federal Aviation Administration stepped down from his position mere months after billionaire Elon Musk demanded that he do so, meaning that the FAA is missing a chief in the aftermath of the worst aviation disaster in the US in years.

Latin Times

Trump Defends Blaming DEI for Midair Collision Without Proof: 'I Have Common Sense, OK?'

Trump is attributing the recent DC plane crash that killed at least 28 people to Democrat-led DEI initiatives, despite ongoing investigations and no current evidence tying such policies to the incident.

Latin Times

President Trump Suggests Diversity Push May Have Caused FAA Collision

President Trump implies diversity push at FAA may have impacted collision, lacking evidence.

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President Trump Blames FAA Diversity Push For Mid-Air Collision

President Trump's remarks on FAA diversity initiatives and air traffic control safety following a mid-air collision in Washington, DC spark debate.

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Chris Rocheleau Named Acting FAA Commissioner After Plane Collision

President Trump appoints Chris Rocheleau as acting FAA commissioner following aviation accident. Leadership vacancies at FAA and TSA raise operational conc...

The Independent UK

Trump baselessly blames D.C. plane crash that killed 67 on DEI and Biden

President Trump went off on longstanding efforts to recruit people with disabilities as he addressed the deadly collision between an Army helicopter and American Airlines jet

The Independent UK

MAGA lawmaker wonders ‘did DEI play a role’ in the deadly DC plane crash

‘At this time, you hate to jump to any conclusions,’ Rep. Andy Ogles said before suggesting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives could be to blame.

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Sen. Cantwell To Be Briefed On Aviation Incident Investigation

Sen. Cantwell to be briefed by FAA and NTSB on aviation safety, emphasizing thorough investigation and safety protocols.

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FAA Faces Leadership Void Amid Aviation Crisis

Key leaders leaving FAA and TSA create vacancies during critical time in aviation. New appointments are crucial for industry safety and efficiency.

Salon

No survivors: Plane crash kills 67

A Black Hawk helicopter collided with American Airlines Flight 5342 Wednesday night as it was landing outside DC

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Commercial Airplanes Equipped With Life-Saving TCAS System

Learn about TCAS and ACAS, critical safety systems in commercial aviation that prevent mid-air collisions and enhance safety for pilots and passengers.

Roll Call

Trump turns briefing on DCA disaster into attack on DEI, Democrats - Roll Call

President Trump used a midair disaster to sharply criticize so-called DEI hiring in the federal government, politicizing a national crisis.

The Independent UK

CNN pundit apologizes after sparking right-wing fury for blaming DC plane crash on Trump

‘I deleted the post because timing matters. Politics at this point does not,’ Bakari Sellers wrote on Wednesday night. ‘I f***ed up.’

Roll Call

White House, Army field questions following airliner collision - Roll Call

President Donald Trump and his nominee for Army secretary fielded questions about a fatal collision between a Black Hawk and a passenger jet.

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Investigation underway in DCA air disaster - Roll Call

The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating an aircraft collision near Washington, D.C.

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