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November 29, 2021

Justice to prioritize prosecuting violence on flights

By MICHAEL BALSAMO
Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Attorney General Merrick Garland directed U.S. attorneys across the country to swiftly prioritize prosecution of federal crimes that happen on commercial flights as federal officials face a historic number of investigations into passenger behavior.


'The unacceptable disruptive behavior that we’re seeing is a serious safety threat to flights, and we’re committed to our partnership with the DOJ to combat it.'

--FAA Administrator Steve Dickson


 
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