Tragedy and Tensions: A Flight and Financial Overview

This chapter recounts the tragic collision of American Airlines Flight 5342 with a helicopter near Reagan National Airport, detailing eyewitness accounts and highlighting the search for survivors. It further explores the financial market's reaction to Meta Platforms' earnings, along with the performance and outlook of major tech companies. The narrative concludes by delving into the tumultuous political landscape surrounding Trump's administration, touching on confirmation hearings and hot-button issues such as vaccines and ongoing criminal investigations.