Transportation Secretary and DC's Fire Chief avoid answering questions about acting FAA director after Potomac river plane crash. Former FAA head Mike Whitaker resigned after being pressured by Elon Musk. Musk threatened to sue FAA for fines on SpaceX, leading to Whitaker's resignation on inauguration day.
Key Points
Transportation Secretary and DC Fire Chief avoided answering questions about FAA director
Former FAA head Mike Whitaker resigned after pressure from Elon Musk
Musk threatened to sue FAA for fines on SpaceX
Pros
Holding officials accountable for their actions
Highlighting potential conflicts of interest in regulatory bodies
Cons
Lack of transparency and accountability from government officials
Potential interference in regulatory processes by influential figures