The Young Turks Kash Me Outside
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Jan 31, 2025 Investigating the tragic midair collision between an American Airlines flight and a Black Hawk helicopter sheds light on accountability issues. The fallout of controversial FAA hiring practices raises serious concerns about industry standards. Kash Patel's dubious confirmation hearing reveals troubling connections and questions about loyalty to the Constitution. The debate around Edward Snowden's whistleblowing continues, challenging government surveillance practices and the protection of civil liberties. Political theatrics cover Trump's clemency decisions and the ongoing denial of the 2020 election.
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Mid-Air Collision Tragedy
- An American Airlines flight collided mid-air with a Black Hawk helicopter near Washington, D.C., killing 67 people.
- The victims included members of the U.S. figure skating community returning from a training camp.
Political Strategy vs. Truth
- Trump's politically strategic response to the crash was to appear angry and on offense.
- This strategy, while effective politically, may not be the best approach for finding the truth and preventing future tragedies.
Trump's Take
- Trump blamed the crash on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hiring practices at the FAA.
- While past FAA hiring practices were flawed and led to a lawsuit, they ended in 2016.