Trump Faces Backlash Over DC Plane Crash Remarks

Following the catastrophic collision between a passenger plane and a military helicopter in Washington D.C., which claimed over 60 lives, President Trump has controversially attributed the accident to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the FAA, though he provided no evidence for this claim. His comments have sparked significant backlash, with critics including former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg denouncing the politicization of the tragedy. Trump's assertions suggest that DEI programs, established under the Obama-Biden administration, compromised safety by prioritizing policy over competence in FAA hiring practices. Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing with the NTSB recovering black boxes and the FAA's preliminary report indicating air traffic control errors. Despite the ongoing investigation, Trump has been criticized for using the tragedy to further political agendas, drawing condemnation for his focus on partisan blame rather than unity in the wake of disaster. The crash remains under investigation with efforts to determine its causes and prevent future incidents.