DHS On Ground Stop
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin spoke to at the White House on Friday afternoon after the FAA issues a total ground stop. NPR was there for the briefing.
DHS head Markwayne Mullin says there is not a threat to the U.S. amid FAA ground stop
In short
The Federal Aviation Administration recently implemented a total ground stop, prompting federal officials to clarify the nature of the disruption. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin spoke to address national concerns during a Friday afternoon appearance at the White House. Representatives from NPR attended the briefing as Mullin clarified that the aviation halt does not involve a threat to the country.
Key points
- The Department of Homeland Security confirmed there is no security threat to the United S…: The Department of Homeland Security confirmed there is no security threat to the United States.
- Federal officials used a White House briefing to directly address the FAA ground stop.: Federal officials used a White House briefing to directly address the FAA ground stop.
- Media organizations including NPR were briefed directly by administration leadership on t…: Media organizations including NPR were briefed directly by administration leadership on the ongoing situation.