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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Phil Washington has withdrawn from the nomination to become the FAA Administrator, blaming an oonslaught of unfounded Republican attackso concerning his qualifications, his military connections and his link to a corruption investigation in Los Angeles where he led the cityAs transit
system. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed the move, first reported by Reuters, late Saturday.

oThe FAA needs a confirmed Administrator, and Phil WashingtonAs
transportation & military experience made him an excellent nominee,o
Buttigieg said in a tweet. oThe partisan attacks and procedural obstruction
he has faced are undeserved, but I respect his decision to withdraw and am grateful for his service.o 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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