Trump Blames Biden, DEI Policies to D.C. Plane Crash Without Evidence/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Following the deadly midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump called for faster confirmations of his Cabinet picks and criticized the Biden administration’s transportation policies. While federal investigators have yet to determine the cause of the crash, Trump blamed past FAA diversity and hiring policies, arguing they have compromised air safety—though he offered no evidence to support the claim. Trump also reassured Americans that flying remains safe, stating he would not hesitate to fly.
Trump’s Response to D.C. Plane Crash: Quick Looks
- Trump Calls for Fast Cabinet Confirmations, arguing Democrats are delaying key appointments.
- Blames Biden’s FAA Policies, though no evidence links diversity hiring to the crash.
- Reassures Public on Air Travel Safety, saying, “Flying is very safe.”
- Defends New Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, telling him, “It’s not your fault.”
- Investigators Probe Crash Cause, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirms the Army is reviewing the Black Hawk’s altitude at the time of impact.
Trump Blames Biden, DEI Policies to D.C. Plane Crash Without Evidence
Trump Demands Quick Confirmations, Blames Biden Policies for Air Safety Issues
Trump Pushes for Faster Cabinet Confirmations
Hours after the midair collision over Washington, D.C., Trump initially expressed condolences before launching into a political attack against former President Joe Biden and diversity initiatives.
Speaking at the White House, Trump suggested that DEI “could have been” to blame for the disaster but did not provide any supporting evidence.
“This is a bad situation that looks like it should have been prevented. NOT GOOD!!!” Trump posted on Truth Social shortly after midnight.
During a White House press briefing, Trump expressed frustration over delays in confirming his Cabinet nominees, stating:
“For sure, we want fast confirmations. The Democrats are doing everything they can to delay.”
Trump Links Crash to FAA Diversity Policies Without Evidence
- Trump suggested that Biden-era diversity efforts in the FAA may have played a role in the crash, stating:“It just could have been.”
- When pressed for evidence, he responded:“I have common sense.”
- He criticized hiring programs that recruit workers with disabilities, implying that air traffic controllers should be “naturally talented geniuses.”
Trump Reassures Public on Flying Safety
When asked if Americans should worry about flying, Trump responded:
“I would not hesitate to fly. Flying is very safe.”
The FAA confirmed Trump is scheduled to fly to Florida on Friday.
Trump Questions Air Traffic Control Decisions
In a follow-up post Thursday morning, Trump questioned:
- Why the helicopter didn’t avoid the jet.
- Why air traffic control “asked” instead of “telling” the helicopter what to do.
His comments sparked criticism, as investigators have not yet determined what caused the crash.
Federal Investigation Underway
- The FAA and NTSB are leading the crash investigation.
- No preliminary cause has been identified.
- Investigators are reviewing flight paths, communication logs, and potential human error.
Trump Defends Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy
Despite the crash happening just hours after Duffy was sworn in, Trump reassured him:
“It’s not your fault.”
Duffy, addressing the press, stated:
“When Americans take off in airplanes, they should expect to land at their destination. We will not accept excuses.”
Defense Secretary Confirms Army Investigation
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the Army is reviewing whether the Black Hawk’s altitude contributed to the crash.
- The crash, which killed all 64 people on the jet and 3 soldiers on the helicopter, remains under federal investigation.
Final Thoughts: Trump’s Comments Stir Debate Amid Investigation
As investigators work to determine the cause, Trump’s claims about FAA hiring policies have sparked controversy. With no official findings yet, the focus remains on understanding what led to the deadly collision.
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