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Turbulent times at Boeing

Jun 21, 2024
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun faces tough questions about safety culture and whistleblower retaliation. President Biden's immigration plan offers legal status to spouses of U.S. citizens. The Supreme Court upholds tax on foreign income. Cricket gains popularity in the U.S.
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  • Boeing facing safety culture crisis and whistleblower allegations, highlighting governance challenges.
  • President Biden's immigration plan offers legal status to spouses of U.S. citizens, boosting economic growth.

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Boeing Safety Concerns and Whistleblower Allegations

During a congressional hearing, Senator Josh Hawley and others raised serious concerns about Boeing's safety practices and treatment of whistleblowers. The senators criticized Boeing's safety culture and alleged retaliation against whistleblowers, highlighting the company's failure to address quality and safety issues. Additionally, a whistleblower revealed that Boeing had lost track of faulty parts that may have ended up in aircraft, fueling further safety worries. The impending departure of CEO Dave Calhoun adds to the uncertainties facing the aviation giant.

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