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  • White House, American Airlines will release plane crash victims list

    White House, American Airlines will release plane crash victims list

    President Donald Trump said Thursday that the White House, in coordination with American Airlines, will release the names of the victims of Wednesday’s deadly plane crash near Washington.

    “They are a group of people that have lost their lives. If you want a list of the names, we can give you that we’ll be giving that very soon in coordination with American Airlines,” Trump told reporters during a Thursday press conference.

    Trump didn’t specify when the names would be released.

    As of Thursday morning, authorities have recovered at least 27 bodies from the Potomac River after an American Airlines flight – carrying 60 passengers and four crew members – and a military helicopter collided near Washington, D.C.

    DC PLANE CRASH INVESTIGATORS TO REVIEW COMMUNICATION BETWEEN 2 AIRCRAFT: SENATOR 

    The Army told Fox News Digital that the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, carrying three soldiers, was “from Bravo Company, 12th Aviation Battalion, out of Davison Army Airfield, Fort Belvoir” and was conducting a “training flight.”

    Sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity told The Associated Press that the bodies of all three soldiers were recovered.

    American Airlines has not responded to FOX Business’ request for comment on when it plans to release the names of the victims. 

    However, people that have already been alerted about the death of loved ones have taken to social media. 

    United Association posted on X that “four UA Brothers were among the victims of the tragic crash of American Airlines Flight 5342. May they rest in peace.” 

    The Loudoun County Public Schools in Ashburn, Virginia, also posted an update Thursday that some of its former students were victims of the accident. 

    Emergency response units search the crash site of the American Airlines plane on the Potomac River after the plane crashed last night on approach to Reagan National Airport on January 30, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia.  (Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images / Getty Images)

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    “This unimaginable loss has deeply affected our community, and with great sorrow, we have learned that multiple victims were former LCPS students. Many other Loudoun families have also been impacted, and we extend our deepest condolences to all those grieving in the wake of this tragedy,” Superintendent Aaron Spence. 

    FOX Business will update the story with the list of names when they are released.

  • United, Delta issue travel waivers following plane crash

    United, Delta issue travel waivers following plane crash

    Airlines issued travel fee waivers for passengers after a deadly midair collision near Washington, D.C., temporarily halted operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. 

    United Airlines said Thursday that it issued a waiver for travelers who are booked on flights heading to or leaving from the Arlington, Virginia, airport. Passengers who have flights through Feb. 1 will be able to reschedule their trip without getting hit with change fees and fare differences, according to United.

    Delta also issued a travel waiver for people traveling on Thursday to and from Reagan National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.

    Emergency response units search the crash site of the American Airlines plane on the Potomac River on Jan. 30, 2025. (Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images / Getty Images)

    DC PLANE CRASH INVESTIGATORS TO REVIEW COMMUNICATION BETWEEN 2 AIRCRAFT: SENATOR 

    United CEO Scott Kirby issued a statement Thursday about the collision, saying the airline is in touch with its “colleagues at American Airlines and will continue to offer any assistance and support they may need.”

    The airport posted on X that its flight operations resumed at 11 a.m. and that all airport roads and terminals are open. However, since some flights have been delayed or canceled, the airport is encouraging passengers to check with their airline for specific flight information.

    RECOVERY EFFORTS UNDERWAY AFTER AMERICAN AIRLINES JET, MILITARY HELICOPTER COLLIDE MIDAIR NEAR DC

    American Eagle Flight 5342 was flying from Wichita, Kansas, to the nation’s capital when it was “involved in an accident” at Reagan National Airport, American Airlines said. There were 60 passengers and four crew members on board the aircraft, which was operated by American Airlines’ subsidiary PSA Airlines. 

    A U.S. flag flies, as search and rescue teams work in the aftermath of the collision of American Eagle flight 5342 and a Black Hawk helicopter

    A U.S. flag flies as search and rescue teams work in the aftermath of the collision of American Eagle Flight 5342 and a Black Hawk helicopter that crashed into the Potomac River, in Arlington, Virginia, on Jan. 30, 2025. (Eduardo Munoz/Reuters / Reuters)

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    Despite the immense effort from hundreds of first responders, authorities switched from a rescue operation to a recovery operation on Thursday, according to Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly.

    Officials don’t believe there are any survivors and have already recovered at least 27 bodies from the Potomac River.

  • Trump attacks DEI policies after DC plane crash, says FAA employees must be held to ‘highest standards’

    Trump attacks DEI policies after DC plane crash, says FAA employees must be held to ‘highest standards’

    President Donald Trump set his sights on DEI standards at the Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday after a deadly in-air collision at the nation’s capital.

    Trump, speaking to reporters in the White House briefing room, highlighted efforts by the Biden administration to lower aviation standards, though he acknowledged that the cause of Wednesday night’s crash has yet to be determined.

    “We must have only the highest standards for those who work in our aviation system,” Trump said. “Only the highest aptitude – you have to be the highest intellect – and psychologically superior people, were allowed to qualify for air traffic controllers.”

    “We have to have our smartest people. It doesn’t matter what they look like, how they speak, who they are. What matters is intellect, talent. The word talent. They have to be talented geniuses,” he continued. “We can’t have regular people doing that job. They won’t be able to do it.”

    AMERICAN AIRLINES PLANE, ARMY HELICOPTER COLLIDE OUTSIDE REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT NEAR WASHINGTON DC

    President Donald Trump says he signed an executive order last week raising the qualification standards for air traffic controllers. (Jim Watson/Pool/AFP via Getty Images)

    Trump noted that he had raised the qualification standards for air traffic controllers during his first administration, but he said President Joe Biden had lowered them once he left office.

    AMERICAN AIRLINES CEO EXPRESSES ‘DEEP SORROW’ AFTER MIDAIR COLLISION

    The president reinstated the higher standards last week with an executive order, he said.

    “We do not know what led to this crash, but we have some very strong opinions and ideas, and I think we’ll probably state those opinions now, because over the years I’ve watched as things like this happen and they say, well, we’re always investigating. And then the investigation, three years later, they announce it,” Trump said, going on to detail an investigation including the FAA, Department of Defense and the National Transportation Safety Board.

    Flight resume after the tragic plane crash in DC last night

    Southwest aircraft takes off from Reagan National Airport as flights resume on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. Flights were held following the fatal crash of an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter last night. (Leigh Green for Fox News Digital)

    Trump went on to highlight a series of articles covering the FAA’s “diversity push” that he said occurred prior to him taking office.

    “The FAA is actively recruiting workers who suffer severe intellectual disabilities, psychiatric problems, and other mental and physical conditions under a diversity and inclusion hiring initiative spelled out on the agency’s website,” he said.

    While that language was present on the FAA’s website during the Biden administration, it was also present during Trump’s first administration.

    AMERICAN FIGURE SKATING MEMBERS, RUSSIAN OLYMPIANS ABOARD PLANE IN REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT CRASH

    When asked for comment on the initiative last year, including what roles people with disabilities would fulfill, the FAA told Fox News Digital that the agency thoroughly seeks and vets qualified candidates “from as many sources as possible” for a range of positions.

    Jan. 29 D.C. plane-helicopter collision map.

    Jan. 29 D.C. plane-helicopter collision map.

    Later in the press conference, Trump criticized former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as a “disaster.

    “He’s just got a good line of bulls–t,” he said of the Democrat.

    Reporters then pressed Trump on the facts of the crash, asking whether he had evidence that it was caused by incompetence due to DEI. Trump said the investigation is ongoing, but that “it could have been.”

    Buttigieg was quick to strike back on X, calling Trump’s comments “despicable.” 

    “As families grieve, Trump should be leading, not lying,” Buttigieg continued. “We put safety first, drove down close calls, grew Air Traffic Control, and had zero commercial airline crash fatalities out of millions of flights on our watch.”

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    Wednesday night’s crash involved and American Airlines jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members. It collided with a military Blackhawk helicopter carrying three service members. Trump confirmed that there were no survivors.

    Fox News’ Emma Colton contributed to this report.

  • Figure skating community mourns victims of deadly plane crash collision: ‘At a loss for words’ 

    Figure skating community mourns victims of deadly plane crash collision: ‘At a loss for words’ 

    Members of the figure skating community have spoken out after an American Airlines flight tragically collided with an Army helicopter late Wednesday night in Washington, D.C., leaving all 67 on board both aircraft presumably dead. 

    U.S. Figure Skating released a statement confirming that “several members of our skating community” were aboard the flight. The organization said they were returning home from a development camp being held after the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas, which concluded on Sunday. 

    “We are devastated by this unspeakable tragedy and hold the victims’ families closely in our hearts. We will continue to monitor the situation and will release more information as it becomes available.” 

    A U.S. Park Police helicopter flies over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia. (Carolyn Kaster/AP Photo)

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    Wichita Mayor Lily Wu did not confirm how many members of U.S. Figure Skating were on board Flight 5342 during a press conference on Thursday morning. 

    “It was truly an honor to have future Olympians and those who are at the highest competition level of figure skating, right here in our capital,” she said. 

    “We were so excited to have the opportunity to host the national championship, and even yesterday I had folks tell me how wonderful these last few days have been with additional individuals that came into our community, whether to watch or to participate. So our community was really excited and thankful that everything went well with the championship. And so right now we’re just waiting for more information from U.S. Figure Skating that we can release. But right now we’re just hoping and praying again.” 

    A U.S. flag flies, as search and rescue teams work, in the aftermath of the collision of American Eagle Flight 5342 and a Black Hawk helicopter that crashed into the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia, on Jan. 30, 2025.

    A U.S. flag flies, as search and rescue teams work, in the aftermath of the collision of American Eagle Flight 5342 and a Black Hawk helicopter that crashed into the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia, on Jan. 30, 2025. (Eduardo Munoz/Reuters)

    First responders switched to recovery efforts in the Potomac River after it was believed that there were no survivors. There were 60 passengers and four crew members aboard the flight and three soldiers aboard the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter.

    AMERICAN FIGURE SKATER SAYS HE WAS BARRED FROM FLIGHT THAT COLLIDED WITH ARMY HELICOPTER

    “This is heartbreaking,” Team USA figure skater Josphine Lee wrote in a post to her Instagram Stories. “My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone on the flight, including the skaters, coaches, and parents.” 

    Josephine Lee competes

    U.S. figure skater Josephine Lee called the deadly plane collision in Washington, D.C., “heartbreaking” in a post on social media. (William Purnell-Imagn Images)

    Team USA pair skater Luke Wang shared a similar sentiment in a post on X. 

    “Praying for all those on the flight from wichita to dc. Among the passengers were skaters and coaches. Absolutely heartbreaking.”

    Several other Team U.S. figure skaters also took to social media.                     

    “Words cannot fathom the fear and sadness I feel from this event,” reigning pairs U.S. junior champion Hana Maria Aboian said early Thursday morning. “It is absolutely terrible and I pray for all the athletes, coaches, and everyone onboard to be safe and healthy.”

    “I am at a loss for words… I can’t even explain how devastated I feel for the loss of amazing people that were on this flight. I’m sending prayers to their families and the figure skating community,” Starr Andrews said. 

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    Starr Andrews performs

    U.S. figure skater Starr Andrews mourned the tragic loss in a post on social media, adding that she was “at a loss for words.” All 67 people onboard the flight and helicopter are presumed dead. (Adam Cairns-USA TODAY Sports)

    The International Skating Union also released a statement. 

    “Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy. Figure skating is more than a sport—it’s a close-knit family—and we stand together. We remain in close contact with U.S. Figure Skating and offer our full support during this incredibly difficult time,” the statement read in part. 

    Two former Olympians, Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, were also believed to be among the victims of the plane crash, the Kremlin confirmed. 

    The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

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  • American figure skater’s eerie social media post sparks concern after plane collides with Army helicopter

    American figure skater’s eerie social media post sparks concern after plane collides with Army helicopter

    An American figure skater’s social media post sparked concern about his whereabouts as it appeared he was on the plane that collided with a U.S. Army helicopter on Wednesday night.

    Spencer Lane posted a photo on his Instagram while the American Airlines flight was on the runway at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport. The plane appeared to be waiting to take off for Reagan International Airport near Washington, D.C.

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    A boat works the scene near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

    “ICT (to) DCA,” the post on his Instagram Stories read.

    Lane did not post anything else after that. Another post on his Instagram Stories showed him warming up with Kohaku Murai. He had also shared a collage of pictures with other team members who were in Wichita, Kansas.

    LIVE UPDATES: MILITARY HELICOPTER COLLIDES WITH AIRCRAFT NEAR REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT

    Mid-Air Collision At DC's Reagan Airport Suspends All Flights

    Onlookers watch as emergency crews respond to the crash site near the Potomac River after a passenger jet collided with a helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. (Alex Wroblewski/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

    U.S. Figure Skating said earlier Thursday that athletes, coaches and family members involved with its organization were on board the flight.

    “U.S. Figure Skating can confirm that several members of our skating community were sadly aboard American Airlines Flight 5342, which collided with a helicopter yesterday evening in Washington, D.C.,” the organization said. “These athletes, coaches, and family members were returning home from the National Development Camp held in conjunction with the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas

    “We are devastated by this unspeakable tragedy and hold the victims’ families closely in our hearts. We will continue to monitor the situation and will release more information as it becomes available.”

    Rescuers work on the Potomac River in Washington DC after a tragic plane crash

    Emergency vehicles stage at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, Jan. 29, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia. (Kevin Wolf/AP)

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    Officials said Thursday they didn’t think there were any survivors.

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  • American figure skating members, Russian Olympians aboard plane in Reagan National Airport crash

    American figure skating members, Russian Olympians aboard plane in Reagan National Airport crash

    U.S. and Russian figure skaters were on board an American Airlines flight that collided with an Army helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night.

    U.S. Figure Skating said athletes, coaches and family members were returning home from a camp held in Wichita, Kansas.

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    Bodies lie on the ground next to emergency vehicles, near the site of the crash after American Eagle Flight 5342 collided with a Black Hawk helicopter while approaching Reagan Washington National Airport and crashed into the Potomac River, outside Washington, D.C., on Jan. 30, 2025. (Carlos Barria/Reuters)

    “U.S. Figure Skating can confirm that several members of our skating community were sadly aboard American Airlines Flight 5342, which collided with a helicopter yesterday evening in Washington, D.C.,” the organization said. “These athletes, coaches, and family members were returning home from the National Development Camp held in conjunction with the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas

    “We are devastated by this unspeakable tragedy and hold the victims’ families closely in our hearts. We will continue to monitor the situation and will release more information as it becomes available.”

    LIVE UPDATES: MILITARY HELICOPTER COLLIDES WITH AIRCRAFT NEAR REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT

    Russian figure skaters Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, who won a pairs title at the 1994 world championships and competed at the Winter Olympics twice, were on board the plane as well, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Thursday.

    “Unfortunately, we see that this sad information is being confirmed. There were other fellow citizens there. Bad news today from Washington. We are sorry and send condolences to the families and friends who lost those of our fellow citizens who died in the plane crash,” he said.

    The International Skating Union said it was “deeply shocked” over the incident.

    Rescuers work on the Potomac River in Washington DC after a tragic plane crash

    Emergency vehicles stage at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, Jan. 29, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia. (Kevin Wolf/AP)

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    “Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy. Figure skating is more than a sport — it’s a close-knit family — and we stand together,” the organization said.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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  • Passenger plane catches fire at South Korean airport. All 176 people on board are evacuated

    Passenger plane catches fire at South Korean airport. All 176 people on board are evacuated

    A passenger plane caught fire before takeoff at an airport in South Korea late Tuesday, but all 176 people on board were safely evacuated, authorities said.

    The Airbus plane operated by South Korean airline Air Busan was preparing to leave for Hong Kong when its rear parts caught fire at Gimhae International Airport in the southeast, the Transport Ministry said in a statement.

    AIRLINER’S FINAL 4 MINUTES OF RECORDINGS ARE MISSING AFTER CRASH THAT KILLED 179: INVESTIGATORS

    The plane’s 169 passengers, six crewmembers and one engineer were evacuated using an escape slide, the ministry said.

    The National Fire Agency said in a release that three people suffered minor injuries during the evacuation. The fire agency said the fire was completely put out at 11:31 p.m., about one hour after it deployed firefighters and fire trucks at the scene.

    Mayor of Busan Park Heong-joon and other officials visit the site where an Air Busan airplane caught fire at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025.  (Son Hyung-joo/Yonhap via AP)

    The cause of the fire wasn’t immediately known. The Transport Ministry said the plane is an A321 model.

    Tuesday’s incident came a month after a Jeju Air passenger plane crashed at Muan International Airport in southern South Korea, killing all but two of the 181 people on board. It was one of the deadliest disasters in South Korea’s aviation history.

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    The Boeing 737-800 skidded off the airport’s runaway on Dec. 29 after its landing gear failed to deploy, slamming into a concrete structure and bursting into flames. The flight was returning from Bangkok and all of the victims were South Koreans except for two Thai nationals.

    The first report on the crash released Monday said authorities have confirmed traces of bird strikes in the plane’s engines, though officials haven’t determined the cause of the accident.

  • Biggest Wi-Fi mistakes you can make on a plane

    Biggest Wi-Fi mistakes you can make on a plane

    When my husband and I were on the very long flight last year, he leaned over and asked, “I want to check our Morgan Stanley account. Do you think it’s OK to do it using the plane’s Wi-Fi?”

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    How did we live without Wi-Fi on a plane? Oh, yeah, we read magazines! Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but Wi-Fi isn’t as protected as we hope. Fear not. I’ve got some tips on protecting yourself and surfing safely in the skies.

    10 TECH UPGRADES TO SAVE YOUR TIME, PRIVACY AND MONEY THIS YEAR

    Up in the air

    Hackers use all kinds of sneaky tactics to hijack your privacy in flight. One thing in their favor: VPNs are more likely to drop in and out in the air than on the ground. (More on that below.)

    Without that layer of protection, cybercriminals using the same airline Wi-Fi can easily tap into your devices, access your information and spread malware.

    Here are a few tips to safely surf the web from the skies. (iStock)

    “S” for security: Only visit encrypted websites — the ones that start with “HTTPS” (that “S” is important!). In general, this blocks a hacker from viewing your activity on a given site, like the password or credit card number you typed in.

    Beware of AirDrop: Keyloggers keep track of every single thing you type, and criminals love to pass them along using Apple’s AirDrop feature. Don’t accept drops from strangers in flight. Steps here to disable or limit AirDrop if you need help.

    Name game: Crooks can create fake Wi-Fi networks with almost identical names to the airline’s. If you’re not careful, you could plug into a copycat network instead of the legit one.

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    Sky-high safety

    I know you’re not going to skip the Wi-Fi altogether. That’s OK, just be smart about it.

    Update everything: Before you hit the road, make sure your phone, computer, tablet, smartwatch and any other connected devices are running the latest software. Steps here for Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android. Updates often include critical security patches that protect against the new threats. Don’t forget to update your apps, too.

    Add a layer of security: A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts your internet connection. Before accessing anything sensitive, like your email, online banking or shopping accounts, turn on your VPN. Double-check its status to ensure it’s actively protecting your connection. It should display as “connected” or “secured.”

    VPN on a phone screen

    While VPNs are an easy way to secure your internet connection from the ground, they’re often a lot spottier – and in turn, less effective – when you’re flying. (iStock)

    Verify names. If you notice multiple Wi-Fi networks with similar names, check with the airline staff and confirm which is the right one.

    Use 2FA: For any account tied to financial information or personal details, two-factor authentication is a must. This adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second verification step, like a code sent to your phone or email, after entering your password. Set this up for all accounts with ties to your finances to reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

    Secure your devices. Invest in antivirus and malware-protection software, and keep your devices physically secure. Avoid leaving your phone, tablet or laptop unattended, even for a moment. 

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    Stop looky loos. Get a privacy screen for your laptop to prevent nearby shoulder snooping.

    Bonus: Don’t post pics of your boarding pass or other travel docs

    You’re excited, waiting for the plane. What’s the harm in posting a pic of your boarding pass? A whole lot. Boarding passes display your full legal name, ticket number and passenger name record. That six-digit code plus your last name gives anyone access to your booking information online.

    The same goes for your license, passport, visa or other identification documents. Thieves keep an eye out for any detail they can use.

    Keep these photos on your phone before vacation. Scroll to No. 3. You’ll thank me if something goes missing.

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  • Mexico denies land access to US military plane

    Mexico denies land access to US military plane

    Mexico reportedly denied land access to a U.S. military plane slated to transport illegal immigrants to the country this week, a move highlighting tensions between the United States and its southern neighbor as the Trump administration continues to crack down on illegal migrants. 

    Citing two U.S. defense officials and a third person familiar with the situation, NBC News reported that two Air Force C-17s bound for Guatemala carrying about 80 people each flew deportees Thursday night out of the U.S. 

    A third flight bound for Mexico never took off after Mexico declined to consent to the landing, the report said. Fox News Digital has reached out to the White House and the Mexican Embassy in Washington, D.C. 

    ‘NATIONAL EMERGENCY’: TRUMP DECLARES AMBITIOUS ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION CRACKDOWN IN INAUGURAL ADDRESS

    People board a U.S. military aircraft. The White House announced Friday that “deportation flights have begun” in the U.S. (White House)

    Flying deportees into a foreign country requires the cooperation of that nation’s government.

    It wasn’t clear why Mexico blocked the flight, but tensions over the Trump administration’s tough illegal immigration policies have strained relations between the countries. 

    TRUMP GOES TOE-TO-TOE WITH SANCTUARY CITIES OVER DEPORTATION AS ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION CRACKDOWN SET TO BEGIN

    Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo

    President Claudia Sheinbaum and President Donald Trump  (Getty Images)

    Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has said she opposes Trump’s executive orders to combat illegal immigration, including reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” policy, which requires migrants to wait in Mexico while their asylum claims play out in the U.S. 

    Before taking office this week, Trump promised mass deportations, initially targeting criminal illegal immigrants and tougher immigration standards and vetting procedures. 

    Trump also ordered 1,500 active duty troops to the southern border to boost the military presence there. 

    Mexican migrants being deported and sent back to Mexico

    Migrants deported from the U.S. to Mexico wave as they are transported to a shelter and cross El Chaparral pedestrian border bridge in Tijuana, Mexico, Jan. 21, 2025. (Felix Marquez/AP)

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    In recent days, federal immigration authorities have made hundreds of arrests, including gang members and others with criminal histories, as part of Trump’s mass deportation efforts.