"The White House lawfully removed Todd Inman from the NTSB after receiving highly concerning reports of inappropriate alcohol use on the job, harassment of staff, misuse of government resources, and failure to attend at least half of NTSB meetings. The Trump administration remains committed to maintaining safety and security for Americans in the air and on the ground."
"I categorically deny the allegations made in the White House statement. It has become increasingly obvious this action was a political hit job. While not my original intent, I look forward to defending my reputation through all legal means possible."
"As the investigation progressed, Mr. Inman emerged as a forceful interrogator, sharply questioning Federal Aviation Administration officials about missed warnings. He also occasionally challenged the N.T.S.B. chairwoman, Jennifer L. Homendy, about the causes and lessons of the accident."
The White House removed Todd Inman, a Republican member of the National Transportation Safety Board, citing inappropriate alcohol use at work, staff harassment, misuse of government resources, and failure to attend at least half of NTSB meetings. Inman, appointed by President Biden and confirmed by the Senate in 2024, gained prominence as the initial spokesman for the January 2025 midair collision investigation near Ronald Reagan National Airport that killed 67 people. He was the board member on duty during the accident, responded first to the scene, and emerged as a forceful interrogator questioning FAA officials about missed warnings. Inman categorically denied the allegations, characterizing the removal as a political hit job and stating his intention to defend his reputation through legal means.
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