Jacob Burg
Jacob Burg reports on the state of Florida for The Epoch Times. He covers a variety of topics including crime, politics, science, education, wildlife, family issues, and features. He previously wrote about sports, politics, and breaking news for the Sarasota Herald Tribune.
LATEST
Boeing Could Face Criminal Prosecution Over 737 MAX Crashes: Justice Department
The Justice Department will decide by July 7 whether it will prosecute Boeing after the company violated a 2021 settlement with the U.S. government.
House Passes FAA Bill That Adds Reagan Airport Flights; Sent to President’s Desk
By passing the bill on May 14, the House avoids the expiration of FAA programs and the furloughing of more than 3,000 employees.
Rep. Luna Introduces Resolution to Award Trump Congressional Gold Medal
The resolution calls for awarding President Trump the medal for ‘his exceptional leadership and dedication to strengthening America’s diplomatic relations.’
Group of Major Airlines Sues Biden Admin Over New Fee Disclosure Rule
An airline lobbying organization and the six airline companies call the new rule ‘arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, and otherwise contrary to law.’
Trump Leads Biden in 5 Major Battleground States: Poll
While former President Donald Trump leads in Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, and Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden leads in Wisconsin.
House Democrats Look to Flip the Script on Border Security
A new memo from their campaign committee highlights intentions to hold Republicans responsible for the failed bipartisan border bill.
Biden Concerned Over Boeing Locking Out Its Union Firefighters After Contract Negotiations Fail
The president is encouraging Boeing to ’return to the table' and strike a deal that is mutually beneficial to the company and its firefighters.
Near-Collision of Southwest, FedEx Planes Triggers Safety Investigation
The February 2023 incident is one of several near-collisions of planes at major US airports over the past year as the FAA grapples with a hiring shortage.
Senate Passes 5-Year FAA Reauthorization as Deadline Looms
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed a five-year reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration one day before the deadline.
Senate Advances FAA Reauthorization as Deadline Looms
After voting 84–13 on May 9 to invoke cloture and move forward with debate, the Senate is closer to passing the long-awaited legislation.
