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White House Reassures Public On Air Travel Safety

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The White House sought to reassure Americans about the safety of air travel following a midair crash on Wednesday. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that President Trump believes air travel is safe and that Americans should feel confident when flying. However, Leavitt also highlighted concerns about federal hiring standards at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Leavitt stated that while air travel remains safe, there have been issues with the deterioration of federal hiring standards at the FAA. The president is advocating for increased standards in FAA hiring practices to ensure the highest level of safety for air travel.

It is important to note that no official investigation has attributed the midair crash to FAA hiring standards. Recovery efforts are ongoing as bodies are being retrieved from the Potomac River where the crash occurred.

President Trump advocates for increased FAA hiring standards for air travel safety.
White House reassures Americans on air travel safety post midair crash.
No official investigation links midair crash to FAA hiring standards.

President Trump has made separate comments suggesting that the pilots of the Army Black Hawk helicopter involved in the crash were 'flying too high.' This statement adds another layer to the ongoing discussions surrounding the cause of the tragic incident.

Despite the concerns raised about FAA hiring standards, the White House continues to affirm the safety of air travel for the American public. Efforts to address any potential issues with hiring standards are being considered to enhance the overall safety and security of air transportation in the United States.

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