White House Cites Misconduct In Surprise Firing

The White House has removed National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) member J. Todd Inman amid allegations of misconduct, including inappropriate alcohol use, harassment, and misuse of government resources. Inman, a Republican and former chief of staff to Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, denies the allegations, calling it a ‘political hit job’. The removal comes less than two weeks after the Senate confirmed a new board member, restoring the NTSB to its full five-member panel. The case was first reported by Reuters and NBC News, according to AeroTime.