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's 'Grotesque' Plane Crash Comments Leave Democrats Gobsmacked
Democrats were left dumbfounded Thursday after President Donald Trump twisted a deadly plane crash catastrophe into an opportunity to attack diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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 Blames DEI, Democrats for Deadly Plane Crash
The president offers no evidence to support the accusations in tragic collision.
Trump's comments on deadly crash are 'too simplified': Aviation expert
President Trump spoke today on the deadly crash near Washington, D.C. between an American Airlines passenger jet and an Army helicopter. MSNBC aviation analyst Jeff Guzzetti joins Chris Jansing to react to Trump’s comments and to share his expertise on the matter.
Donald Trump blames Democrats and DEI for fatal Washington mid-air collision
Donald Trump blamed Democrats and diversity, equity and inclusion policies for a collision between a commercial jet and military helicopter that killed 67 people just outside of Washington. Without citing evidence,
Trump says cause of Washington DC air crash that left 67 dead is unknown
President Donald Trump says the cause of last night's Washington DC crash between a plane and a military helicopter is still being investigated, and "our hearts are shattered" No
Trump says authorities have "strong opinions" on causes of Washington plane crash
President Donald Trump on Thursday said U.S. authorities have "strong opinions" on what caused the deadly collision between an American Airlines regional passenger plane and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter.
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 Reagan National Airport outside of Washington, D.C., late Wednesday.
Trump Enrages Activists For Blaming DC Plane Crash On DEI, Disabled People
The president implied that the crash was caused by the FAA's recruitment of people with "severe intellectual disabilities" ...
In aftermath of DC plane crash, Donald Trump criticizes DEI efforts
He said he increased hiring standards when he took over from former President Barack Obama. "Only the highest ...
Trump attacks DEI policies after DC plane crash, says FAA employees must be held to 'highest standards'
President Donald Trump blasted the Federal Aviation Administration's DEI standards at a press conference addressing Wednesday ...
Trump Blames DEI for Plane Crash That Killed 67 in Ridiculous Press Conference
Trump provided no evidence and said it was "common sense" the crash was caused by diversity in hiring.
Researching Trump’s statements about DEI, past administrations after DC crash | In context
The USA Fact Check Team digs into comments made about the FAA and diversity efforts in the wake of the DC plane crash.
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Trump Response to Plane Crash: Blame Obama, Biden, and DEI
But within minutes, the “presidential” mirage dissolved. Trump unleashed an unusually appallingly rant, blaming the crash on ...
Backlash came swiftly after Trump blamed DC plane crash on DEI
As the nation reeled from the deadliest American aviation disaster in more than two decades, President Donald Trump on ...
Trump blames Biden, DEI hiring in press conference on deadly DC plane crash
President Donald Trump called a plane crash that has left 67 people presumed dead an "hour of anguish" but later claimed ...
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Trump’s DEI Witch Hunt Reaches a New Low
Verbally blaming Obama, Biden, and diversity programs for a plane crash wasn’t enough: Trump repeated his baseless ...