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Donald Trump goes on rant about DEI in response to DC plane crash

www.huffpost.com Trump Blames DEI For Deadly DC Plane Crash

Trump claimed it was "common sense" that hiring practices seeking to prioritize diversity would backfire.

Trump Blames DEI For Deadly DC Plane Crash

Summary

Trump blamed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring policies for a fatal plane crash in Washington, D.C., despite no evidence linking them.

He accused the Biden and Obama administrations of lowering FAA safety standards, while ignoring that the crash occurred under his presidency.

His comments sparked backlash, with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg calling them “despicable” and Sen. Chris Van Hollen condemning the politicization of the tragedy.

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