Trump says deadly plane crash was 'preventable' tragedy, criticizes DEI hiring

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

54% : "As one nation, we grieve for every precious soul that has been taken from us so suddenly," Trump said.
42% : Speaking the day after a passenger plane collided with a military helicopter over the Potomac River near the nation's capital, Trump began his remarks with condolences for the victims and their families.
41% : Writing that the "airplane was on a perfect and routine line of approach for an extended period of time" on a "CLEAR NIGHT," Trump questioned, "why didn't the helicopter go up or down or turn," and "why didn't the control tower tell the helicopter what to do instead of asking if they saw the plane." "What a terrible night this has been.
38% : That didn't happen last night and I know that President Trump, his administration, the FAA, the DOT, we will not rest until we have answers for the families and for the flying public.
34% : " In a post on Truth Social after the deadly collision, Trump questioned the tactics of the military helicopter and the air traffic controllers -- both agencies that report to him as the president.
30% : " Trump said it was still not clear what led to the crash.
28% : Pressed by reporters asking what specific evidence he has that DEI could have played a factor in the crash, Trump acknowledged that he had none.
21% : Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer of New York says Trump spewing conspiracy theories about the crash "turns your stomach.
11% : Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, whom Trump personally criticized during his remarks from the White House, called the display "despicable" in a post on X. Ahead of his scheduled remarks, Trump sent a message of condolence to those affected by the deadly collision.
5% : " Trump also criticized the Obama and Biden administrations, claiming that they reduced requirements for air traffic controllers to emphasize diversity, equity and inclusion programs -- a recent target of Trump's political policies.

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