Criticism of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized for political attacks on Black Hawk pilot after Washington DC crash. Hegseth supported Trump's claim that DEI hiring was to blame for the tragedy. Former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's chief of staff Kelly Magsamen criticized Hegseth for implying the pilot was not qualified due to her gender.

President Trump's response to deadly midair collision

President Donald Trump offers prayers for journalists in White House briefing room following a deadly midair collision. Trump expresses grief and sorrow for the victims, highlights importance of hiring air traffic controllers based on competence, and signs executive order banning DEI hiring in FAA.