FAA 'diversity' push to hire workers with 'severe intellectual' disabilities sparks concern, mockery

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is facing criticism and concern from both politicians and the public over a diversity hiring initiative that actively recruits workers with "severe intellectual" disabilities, "psychiatric" issues and other disabilities. "All I ask is that the FAA hire individuals based on who is most qualified for the position and who will best protect our airspace, ensuring that we are all safe," Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., who serves on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, told Fox News Digital on Monday. "That is the job of...