

Collision Investigation & TN Passes School Choice | Afternoon Update | 1.31.25
18 snips Jan 31, 2025
A recent investigation reveals critical errors in a crash involving an Army Blackhawk helicopter and a passenger jet, raising urgent safety concerns at Reagan National Airport. Boston University has closed its Center for Anti-Racist Research, linked to financial issues, while Mexico grapples with managing deported migrants. In politics, significant executive orders and a legal settlement tied to social media are discussed. Tennessee's new school choice law aims to offer scholarships to thousands of students amidst bipartisan pushback, alongside updates on the NFL and Grammy nominations.
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Helicopter Collision
- An Army Blackhawk helicopter collided with a passenger jet near Reagan Airport.
- The helicopter flew too high and off course, and the air traffic controller was overloaded.
Center Closure
- Boston University will close the Center for Anti-Racist Research, founded by Ibram Kendi.
- The center faced scrutiny over financial issues and limited output despite significant funding.
Migrant Crisis
- Mexico is struggling to accommodate migrants deported from the US under the Trump administration.
- They're also dealing with non-Mexican migrants seeking asylum after changes to US policy.