Bobbie D. Frantz Treasurer | DeKalb County Republican Party
Bobbie D. Frantz Treasurer | DeKalb County Republican Party
During a briefing held by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding a plane crash in Washington, D.C., an NBC News reporter questioned whether former President Donald Trump was complicating their investigation. The NTSB chief responded directly to the inquiry.
The incident highlighted tensions between media and government agencies during high-profile investigations. NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy addressed the situation, stating: “With all due respect, I think the press also likes to state what probable cause is before we get to the probable cause. So what I’m going to say is you need to give us time.”
Homendy's comments came after Trump's remarks earlier that day, where he attributed the crash to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies from previous administrations. Reporters sought clarification on these assertions during Homendy's press conference at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
The exchange underscored differing perspectives on the role of politics in technical investigations like those conducted by the NTSB. The agency's primary focus remains on identifying factual causes behind aviation incidents without political influence.
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