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Trump begins firings of FAA air traffic control staff just weeks after fatal DC plane crash

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  The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend and just weeks after a fatal mid-air collision in Washington.

The article from Local10.com discusses former President Donald Trump's decision to begin firing air traffic control staff at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) just weeks after a fatal plane crash in Washington D.C. This move was part of Trump's broader initiative to overhaul what he described as a "bloated" federal bureaucracy. Critics argue that the timing of these firings, especially following a significant aviation incident, could potentially compromise safety and efficiency in air traffic management. The firings were aimed at replacing experienced controllers with new hires, which raised concerns about the loss of expertise and the potential for increased errors during a critical transition period. The article also mentions that this action was met with backlash from unions and aviation safety experts who emphasized the need for stability and experience in air traffic control roles.

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