Baltimore crews recover bodies of 2 killed in bridge collapse: Officials in Baltimore are continuing the search for the missing after a major bridge collapsed ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/baltimore-crews-recover-bodies-of-2-killed-in-bridge-collapse
Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said reconstruction of Baltimore's Key Bridge "is not going to be simple." The Biden Administration committed ... Show more
Buttigieg: โI donโt know if Iโll run for office again or notโ: Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg said he does not know if plans to make a run for ...
thehill.com/policy/transportation/4543123-buttigieg-i-dont-know-if-ill-run-for-office-again-or-not/
Buttigieg calls out Katie Britt's misleading use of sex trafficking victim's story to attack Biden
abcnews.go.com/Politics/buttigieg-calls-katie-britts-misleading-sex-trafficking-victims/story
Boeing needs โserious transformation,โ Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says
oregonlive.com/business/2024/03/boeing-needs-serious-transformation-transportation-secretary-pete-buttigieg-says.html
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg told reporters the federal funding is aimed at reconnecting communities that were cut off by transportation ... Show more
Are Airlines Misusing Your Data? Dept. of Transportation Wants to Find Out: Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announces a 'privacy review' for airlines ...
uk.pcmag.com/security/151529/are-airlines-misusing-your-data-dept-of-transportation-wants-to-find-out
Gulfton, Kashmere Gardens get $43.4M for sidewalk, drainage work: Federal officials note both communities lack safe, convenient routes for pedestrians in ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/transportation/article/gulfton-kashmere-gardens-sidewalks-connect-commun-18934593.php
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited Philly to check-in on MLK Jr. Driveโs $20M bridge rehab
inquirer.com/politics/philadelphia/transportation-secretary-pete-buttigieg-mlk-drive-bridge-20240312.html
Buttigieg: Concerns around IVF treatments should not โbe decided by politiciansโ: Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg said the โquestion of when life ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4516909-buttigieg-concerns-around-ivf-treatments-should-not-be-decided-by-politicians/
Quick Glance: Legal Action Against Alabama Clinic Following IVF Incident
- A couple from Florida has filed a lawsuit against an IVF clinic in Alabama, which was at the center of a pivotal decision by the state's Supreme Court that classified frozen embryos as children.
- The Supreme Court's ruling in Alabama raised significant concerns among doctors and IVF patients, who feared potential liability for the destruction of frozen embryos.
- Another lawsuit involves a fourth couple who experienced the loss of embryos during the 2020 incident, presenting similar circumstances as previous wrongful-death suits.
- Shortly after the Supreme Court's decision, almost half of Alabama's IVF clinics suspended procedures to some extent, with certain clinics halting all treatments while others continued everything except for embryo disposal.
Buttigieg hits back at Speaker Johnsonโs criticism of Bidenโs SOTU address: Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Friday fired back at House Speaker Mike ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4518596-buttigieg-responds-mike-johnson-biden-sotu-address/
Buttigieg spars with โSquawk Boxโ host over Bidenโs border policies: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Tuesday sparred with the host of CNBCโs โSquawk ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4510620-buttigieg-spars-with-squawk-box-host-over-bidens-border-policies/
Airlines could face more fines for mishandling wheelchairs under a Biden administration proposal
apnews.com/article/airlines-wheelchairs-regulation-biden-administration-71be0f947702fd6e9dcdde97bd53b3ef
Pete Buttigieg attacks Kris Kobach for calling benefits of lead pipe rules โspeculativeโ
kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article286438995.html
U.S. Proposes New Rules to Ease Flying for Travelers in Wheelchairs: The Transportation Department said the proposed regulations would make it easier to hold ...
nytimes.com/2024/02/29/us/politics/air-travel-wheelchairs.html
This proposal would help the DOT 'more easily penalize airlines' that damage wheelchairs
usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2024/02/29/wheelchairs-disabilities-passenger-air-travel-transportation-department/72779238007/
Biden administration proposing regulations making air travel easier for people using wheelchairs
thehill.com/policy/transportation/4497378-biden-administration-regulations-wheelchairs-travel/
Buttigieg on why rail safety measures have stalled one year after East Palestine disaster
pbs.org/newshour/show/buttigieg-on-why-rail-safety-measures-have-stalled-one-year-after-east-palestine-disaster
U.S. Rep. Perez, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg visit Cascadia Tech Academy
columbian.com/news/2024/feb/12/u-s-rep-perez-u-s-secretary-of-transportation-pete-buttigieg-visit-cascadia-tech-academy/
The primary elections start today in 15 US states. The so-called โSuper Tuesdayโ is considered a crucial milestone in the US presidential election campaign ... Show more
Tesla owners told not to wear Apple virtual reality headsets while driving: Videos have emerged showing people wearing the virtual reality headsets while in ...
bbc.com/news/technology-68215614
Viral videos of Tesla drivers using VR headsets prompt US government alarm: Transportation head says drivers must pay attention at all times after clips emerge ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/feb/05/viral-tesla-vr-driving-pete-buttigieg-tweet
Biden Administration invests $1.5 billion in clean buses - UPI.com: The U.S. Department of Transportation is investing $1.5 billion in zero-emission buses and ...
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/02/08/Biden-administration-invests-15-billion-in-clean-buses/1291707446256/
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg meets with UA Local 333 in Lansing: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg speaks with members of UA Local 333 ...
detroitnews.com/picture-gallery/media/photo/2024/02/07/u-s-transportation-secretary-pete-buttigieg-meets-with-ua-local-333-in-lansing/72513741007/
Buttigieg pushes Railway Safety Act in post about anniversary of Ohio train derailment
thehill.com/policy/transportation/4446290-buttigieg-railway-safety-act-post-anniversary-ohio-train-derailment/
No-Fun Authorities Warn Against Driving With Apple Headset: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg issued a safety warning after a series of videos appearing to ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/no-fun-authorities-warn-against-driving-with-apple-headset.html
Scoop: Biden, Harris and Buttigieg to speak at House Democrats' retreat: The theme for the event is "Finish the Job," House Democratic Caucus Chair ...
axios.com/2024/02/03/biden-harris-buttigieg-speak-house-democrats-retreat
VIDEO: Tesla owners warned not to wear Apple virtual reality headsets while driving
thenews.com.pk/latest/1155139-video-tesla-owners-warned-not-to-wear-apple-virtual-reality-headsets-while-driving
Viral videos of Tesla drivers using Apple's Vision Pro prompt warning from US government
abc.net.au/news/2024-02-06/viral-videos-tesla-drivers-apple-vision-pro-us-government-warn/103433928
Quick Glance: Transportation Secretary Warns Against Apple Vision Pro While Driving
- Transportation Secretary advises against using the headset while driving, regardless of assistance systems
- Viral videos of drivers using the Apple Vision Pro have caused public outrage and prompted action from the White House
- Despite assistance systems, using the headset endangers the public and garners millions of views
- Wearing AR/VR headsets while driving is illegal in some states like Alaska
Airlines could face more fines for mishandling wheelchairs under a Biden administration proposal
cnbc.com/2024/02/29/us-proposing-stronger-airline-passenger-wheelchair-regulations.html
Driving with Apple's headset: US Secretary of Transportation concerned about viral videos with the Vision Pro
spiegel.de/netzwelt/gadgets/us-verkehrsminister-beunruhigt-ueber-virale-videos-mit-der-vision-pro-a-2a6b9c87-1787-45bc-99bf-4915d0440ce4
Buttigieg: โWe never take for grantedโ U.S. aviation safety record amid Boeing issues
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Buttigieg: We need more workers to build billion-dollar projects: Buttigieg spoke with Axios about new billion-dollar infrastructure investments
axios.com/2024/01/25/workers-jobs-infrastructure-buttigieg-biden
Buttigieg in Michigan: Biden 'determined' to safeguard civilian life in Middle East
detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/02/07/pete-buttigieg-joe-biden-determined-to-safeguard-civilian-life-in-gaza-arab-muslim-voters-michigan/72513158007/
Quick Glance: Biden Aides Engage with Arab American Leaders in Michigan
- White House sends Julie Chรกvez Rodrรญguez to Dearborn to meet Arab American leaders.
- Michigan Democrats express concern over potential loss of Biden's support in a key state.
- Julie Chรกvez Rodrรญguez dispatched by Biden team to discuss with community leaders in Dearborn.
- Dearborn mayor and politicians avoid meeting Ms. Chรกvez Rodrรญguez due to community pressure.
MLK weekend air travel surge expected on Thursday, Buttigieg says: A surge in air travel is expected Thursday ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day ...
thehill.com/homenews/4403014-mlk-weekend-air-travel-surge-expected-on-thursday-buttigieg-says/
Alaska Airlines, United cancel Boeing 737 MAX 9 flights during cabin panel checks
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/alaska-airlines-cancels-boeing-737-max-9-flights-through-saturday-2024-01-10/
Quick Glance: FAA Continues Boeing 737 MAX 9 Grounding
- The Federal Aviation Administration announced the continued grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX 9.
- Boeing's initial instructions for inspecting and repairing the door plug need revision.
- Every Boeing 737-9 Max with a plug door will remain grounded until FAA approval.
- Airlines reported defects in preliminary fleet inspections.
Biden administration announces $623 million for new EV chargers across the nation
cnn.com/2024/01/11/politics/biden-administration-new-electric-vehicle-chargers/
Viral videos of Tesla drivers using VR headsets prompts US government alarm: Buttigieg responded on X to a video that had more than 24 million views of a Tesla ...
thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/viral-videos-of-tesla-drivers-using-vr-headsets-prompts-us-government-alarm/article67816526.ece
America is getting $970 million to improve its airports. Pete Buttigieg has a few ideas about how to spend it
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Charlotte airport getting millions for new project. See how it will affect passengers
charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article285445682.html
Buttigieg tours I-5 bridge, talks plans for rebuilding: The transportation secretary also toured the Vancouver waterfront.
oregonlive.com/commuting/2024/02/buttigieg-tours-i-5-bridge-talks-plans-for-rebuilding.html
FAA says Boeing 737 Max 9 planes can return to service after inspections: However, it also said it will not grant any production expansion of the Max ...
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/faa-says-boeing-737-max-9-planes-can-return-to-service-after-inspections
What Biden Should Say When He Finally Visits East Palestine: He needs to not only empathize with residents who feel disrespected by his prolonged absence but ...
therevolvingdoorproject.org/the-east-palestine-disaster-one-year-later/
Boeings mid-air door blowout: US transportation head gives no timeline for return of 737 Max 9 planes
wionews.com/world/boeings-mid-air-door-blowout-us-transportation-head-gives-no-timeline-for-return-of-737-max-9-planes-678987
Quick Glance: Alaska Airlines Incident and Aviation Safety
- An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft made an emergency landing in the US after a cabin panel blew off, causing a hole in the aircraft's fuselage.
- The FAA ordered an inquiry and passengers filed a class action lawsuit against Boeing.
- Discussions and speculations about the flight safety and the Alaska Airlines incident are ongoing.
- The NTSB received reports of warning lights on other Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft before the incident.
Please Don't Use Apple Vision Pro While Driving Your Tesla Cybertruck: Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttegieg warned against using theย AR goggles while ...
roadandtrack.com/news/a46660545/no-apple-vision-pro-while-driving-tesla-cybertruck/
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Feds issue warning after video shows Tesla driver in computer goggles: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg reminded drivers they โneed to be in control ...
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/feds-issue-warning-video-shows-tesla-driver-18654868.php
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Association of American Railroads Tells Buttigieg Safety Record Misrepresented: The US railroad industry trade group pushed back against comments made about rail ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-05/rail-group-tells-buttigieg-safety-record-has-been-misrepresented
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Biden Awards $623M to States, Local Governments and Tribes to Build EV Charging Network
inc.com/associated-press/biden-awards-623m-to-states-local-governments-tribes-to-build-ev-charging-network.html
Editorial: Funny interstate road signs do no harm, Secretary Buttigieg. : Banning funny road signs is the nanny state at its worst.
chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-editorial-road-signs-funny-20240129-f6o6hqpkrbdenaobljjx3r3azu-story.html
US Plans โBigger Picture Examโ of Boeing Issues, Buttigieg Says: The Biden administration will undertake a wide-ranging review of oversight and quality control ...
trib.al/BGAeG7e
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg wonโt tip hand on Browardโs tunnel vs. bridge fight
sun-sentinel.com/2024/01/23/transportation-secretary-pete-buttigieg-wont-tip-hand-on-browards-tunnel-vs-bridge-fight/
Secretary Buttigieg Compares Current EV Charger Push To 1930s New Deal Airport Boom
jalopnik.com/secretary-buttigieg-compares-current-ev-charger-push-to-1851180586
โPrioritize SEPTA,โ says John Fetterman and other Pa. Democrats in letter to federal transportation agency
inquirer.com/transportation/septa-cuts-john-fetterman-pete-buttigieg-20240117.html
Boeing ban remains after door blowout as Ryanair backs troubled plane maker : Boeingโs 737 Max 9 models wonโt fly again until US regulators deem them safe as ...
businesspost.ie/news/boeing-ban-remains-us-makes-ruling-on-max-9-model-after-mid-air-door-incident/
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Listen: Bitcoin ETF, Christie Out, More: Get caught up on the latest news this hour
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Pete Buttigieg said Boeing's 737 Max 9 airplanes would remain grounded until regulators deem them safe to fly, after a door plug ejected from a jet last week ... Show more
Holiday rush begins as estimated 115 million travelers take to the skies and roads
pbs.org/newshour/nation/holiday-rush-begins-as-estimated-115-million-travelers-take-to-the-skies-and-roads
Inspector general finds Buttigiegโs use of government jets followed rules: A review sought by Republican lawmakers found that Buttigieg and his predecessor ...
washingtonpost.com/transportation/2023/12/20/buttigieg-chao-faa-jets-audit/
Southwest Airlines has reached a $140 million settlement for the 2022 winter meltdown
apnews.com/article/southwest-airlines-settlement-canceled-flights-4c2a6bc25b52019a5966f6d5ef702fc6
Quick Glance: Southwest Airlines Faces $140m Fine for Holiday Chaos
- Over 16,900 flights were cancelled by Southwest during the busy winter travel week, leaving millions stranded.
- The penalty sets a new precedent and sends a clear message, said US officials.
- The majority of the fine will go towards compensating affected passengers, with $35 million paid to the government.
- DOT announced it will be closing its investigation into whether the travel disruptions were caused by an unrealistic flight schedule set out by Southwest due to inconclusive results.
Americaโs Truckers Face a Chronic Headache: Finding Parking: Parking spots for trucks are in short supply around the country, and the problem can lead to unsafe ...
nytimes.com/2023/12/22/us/politics/truck-parking.html
HAPPENING NOW: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker give an update on holiday travel. abcnews.go.com/US/christmas-travel-tips-best-worst-days-fly-drive/story
SHOCK TO THE SYSTEM: The Secretary of Transportation reveals why he's bullish about the EV industry. trib.al/66AmwIf
Buttigieg warns bad weather may impact holiday travel: During a press conference at Reagan National Airport, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said ...
cnn.com/2023/12/19/business/holiday-travel-buttigieg-bad-weather-impact/
โA generational undertaking.โ USDOTโs Buttitieg marks $1 billion rail project in Wake
charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article282842778.html
Biden administration calls on transit agencies to take steps to protect workers: Federal regulators are proposing requiring transit agencies to assess worker ...
thehill.com/regulation/transportation/4368903-biden-administration-transit-agencies-protect-workers/
How to Fix Americaโs Broken Air-Traffic Control System | by Jeffrey Frankel - Project Syndicate
project-syndicate.org/commentary/american-air-traffic-control-must-be-funded-or-privatized-by-jeffrey-frankel-2023-12
Buttigieg fires back at Speaker Johnson over criticism of job performance: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Thursday fired back at House Speaker Mike ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4336136-buttigieg-fires-back-speaker-johnson/
Buttigieg promotes federal infrastructure investments in Michigan visit: Transportation secretary highlights awards to improve four state ports during stop in ...
detroitnews.com/story/business/2023/11/29/buttigieg-touts-federal-infrastructure-investments-in-michigan-visit/71733656007/
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Viral clip of airline passengerโs wheelchair falling to tarmac will be investigated: Buttigieg
thehill.com/policy/transportation/4324879-viral-clip-of-airline-passengers-wheelchair-falling-to-tarmac-will-be-investigated-buttigieg/
Man arrested after protesters try to confront Transportation Secretary Buttigieg at Michigan event
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Buttigieg promises to investigate wheelchair incident from viral video: The TikTok video shows a baggage handler in Miami sending a passengerโs wheelchair ...
washingtonpost.com/travel/2023/11/22/wheelchair-mishandled-miami-airport-tiktok/
Pack your patience this holiday season! Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg reminds travelers of their rights ahead of this record-breaking travel year.
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