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Washington Withdraws From FAA Nomination
By Russ Niles -Published:March 26, 20239
Phil Washington has withdrawn from the nomination to become the FAA Administrator, blaming an �onslaught of unfounded Republican attacks� concerning his qualifications, his military connections and his link to a corruption investigation in Los Angeles where he led the city�s transit
system. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed the move, first reported by Reuters, late Saturday.
�The FAA needs a confirmed Administrator, and Phil Washington�s
transportation & military experience made him an excellent nominee,�
Buttigieg said in a tweet. �The partisan attacks and procedural obstruction
he has faced are undeserved, but I respect his decision to withdraw and am grateful for his service.� During a Senate confirmation hearing, Washington
was grilled by GOP senators on his aviation knowledge and relative lack of experience in the industry. His status as a retired Army officer was also raised, as the position must be filled by a civilian.
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