Biden’s Pick to Lead FAA Withdraws

“President Joe Biden’s pick to lead the Federal Aviation Administration is withdrawing his name from nomination due to ‘an onslaught of unfounded Republican attacks’ on the nominee’s service and experience,” CNN reports.

“Phillip Washington’s nomination was first announced by the White House last year, but has faced strong criticism from Republican lawmakers over a number of issues, including Washington’s slim aviation credentials and his potential legal entanglements.”