In a tense exchange on CNN's State of the Union, Jake Tapper pressed Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy for evidence backing President Trump's assertion that DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) hiring practices at the FAA contributed to a recent airplane crash. Duffy evaded specific questions and focused on ensuring that only qualified individuals serve in the Department of Transportation. He emphasized safety over DEI initiatives, while the head of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association confirmed that rigorous training standards remain impartial, dismissing links between hiring practices and the incident.
The head of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association says that all air traffic controllers are subject to rigorous training and that... the standards to achieve certification have nothing to do with race or gender.
Duffy dodged the question about whether evidence supports Trump's claims, emphasizing that the focus should be on ensuring only the best serve in the Department of Transportation.
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