[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 20 (Thursday, January 30, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Page S503]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]



                Reagan National Airport Flight Accident

  Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, this morning, our hearts go out to 
everyone impacted by the horrible, heartbreaking incident at Reagan 
Washington National Airport last night. I have been briefed on the 
horrific incident at DCA and have continued to monitor the situation. 
My heart goes out to everyone who was impacted by this incident. I am 
praying for the victims, their families, and our brave first responders 
as we monitor the situation.
  But I have to tell you, I just watched President Trump's news 
conference. Listen, it is one thing for internet pundits to spew off 
conspiracies; it is another for the President of the United States to 
throw out idle speculation as bodies are still being recovered and 
families are still being notified. It just turns your stomach.
  In the meantime, we are keeping the families and loved ones of the 
victims in our prayers, and we are keeping our brave first responders 
in our prayers as well.