Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick’s Statement on the Tragic Plane Crash in D.C.

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on the tragic plane crash in D.C. 

"I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the 67 individuals who lost their lives in the DC plane crash. This is a tragedy. Drawing inferences from this heartbreaking event, where so many lost their loved ones in an instant, and insinuating that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the inclusion of disabled people are the cause is not only unacceptable but also dangerous. Being a minority or having a disability does not imply intellectual inferiority.

"We cannot keep leading the country this way. Instead, we must focus on protecting the American people, helping our nation heal, filling our critical Air Traffic Controller roles, and removing the hiring freeze that was put in place last week to ensure the FAA is adequately empowered to do its job. My thoughts and prayers are with those grieving this tragic loss. They deserve clarity and support, not diversions."

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