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Boeing CEO Testifies, New Mexico Wildfires, Hospital Hacks

Jun 19, 2024
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun apologizes for 737 Max crashes & company's treatment of whistleblowers. New Mexico battles wildfires threatening lives & homes. Ascension hospitals recover from ransomware attack causing patient care complications.
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  • Boeing CEO apologized for 737 Max crashes, acknowledged safety culture criticisms, and faces potential criminal prosecution.
  • New Mexico wildfires prompt mass evacuations, state of emergency declaration, and concerns about containment and destruction.

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Boeing CEO Apologizes for Safety Failures

Boeing's CEO, Dave Calhoun, publicly apologized for the safety failures of Boeing, specifically addressing the fatal crashes of 737 MAX planes that claimed 346 lives. Calhoun acknowledged criticisms about Boeing's safety culture and outlined actions taken to address quality control issues. Senators expressed skepticism towards Calhoun's reassurances, highlighting the need for concrete actions. Boeing faces potential criminal prosecution in connection with the misleading information provided to regulators.

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