Climate Change and Flight Turbulence

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg claims climate change is causing an increase in severe flight turbulence, citing recent incidents and studies. He emphasizes the need for evolving policies, technology, and infrastructure to address these effects.

Accusations against Republicans for harm towards LGBTQ community

Pete Buttigieg's husband Chasten Buttigieg accused Republicans of telling suicidal LGBTQ people to 'pull the trigger' during an interview on MSNBC. He shared his own struggles growing up as a gay person and emphasized the importance of the election in supporting LGBTQ rights.

Safety Concerns in Washington, D.C. Amid High Crime Rates

Residents in Washington, D.C. share their concerns about safety amid high crime rates, contrasting opinions on feeling safe walking around Capitol Hill, and reactions to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's comments about his safety while walking his dog to the U.S. Capitol.

Crime in Washington, DC

Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg dismissed the rise in crime in Washington, DC, stating that a lot of energy is going into painting a different narrative. Despite recent crime statistics, Buttigieg highlighted that he can safely walk his dog to the Capitol.

Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg speaks to NPR about the Baltimore Key Bridge collapsing after being hit by a ship.

Infrastructure Collapse and Reconstruction

NPR's Debbie Elliott interviews Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg about the collapse of critical infrastructure, supply chain impact, and the challenge of reconstruction.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Biden's Deficit Reduction Efforts and Proposed Tax Increases

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that President Biden will continue to work on deficit reduction by proposing tax increases, despite the growing debt. Buttigieg highlighted that the proposed tax increase would not affect those making less than $400,000 per year.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's statements on border policies and immigration reform

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that President Biden didn't eliminate all of the border policies put in place by former President Trump, but specifically got rid of the policy to separate children from their parents. He mentioned that the economy and conditions in Latin America are influencing migration. Buttigieg criticized Republicans for opposing the Senate border bill and highlighted bipartisan efforts on immigration reform.