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The recent story about a Pennsylvania state trooper being killed by a Haitian national who was driving an 18-wheeler has sparked a heated debate about the issuance of commercial driver's licenses to non-domiciled individuals. The speaker delves into the complexities of the issue, highlighting the loopholes that allowed this tragedy to occur and the efforts being made to address it.

The episode explores the case of Michael Bon, a 33-year-old man who was living in Massachusetts under a federal removal order. Despite this, he was able to obtain a non-domiciled commercial driver's license and was driving an 18-wheeler when he killed Trooper Michael Perez. The speaker reveals that the system had already woken up to the issue, but the rule change came too late to prevent the tragedy.

The speaker discusses the new rule issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which slams the eligibility window shut for non-domiciled CDLs, making it clear that only US citizens, nationals, and certain visa holders are eligible. This change is expected to affect around 200,000 drivers, with California being one of the worst offenders. The speaker also touches on the importance of English proficiency in driving and the need for a permanent fix to prevent similar tragedies.

If you're interested in learning more about this critical issue and the efforts being made to address it, tune in to this episode to hear the speaker's in-depth analysis and discussion of the complexities surrounding commercial driver's licenses and public safety.

The recent story about a Pennsylvania state trooper being killed by a Haitian national who was driving an 18-wheeler has sparked a heated debate about the issuance of commercial driver's licenses to non-domiciled individuals. The speaker delves into the complexities of the issue, highlighting the loopholes that allowed this tragedy to occur and the efforts being made to address it.
The episode explores the case of Michael Bon, a 33-year-old man who was living in Massachusetts under a federal removal order. Despite this, he was able to obtain a non-domiciled commercial driver's license and was driving an 18-wheeler when he killed Trooper Michael Perez. The speaker reveals that the system had already woken up to the issue, but the rule change came too late to prevent the tragedy.
The speaker discusses the new rule issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which slams the eligibility window shut for non-domiciled CDLs, making it clear that only US citizens, nationals, and certain visa holders are eligible. This change is expected to affect around 200,000 drivers, with California being one of the worst offenders. The speaker also touches on the importance of English proficiency in driving and the need for a permanent fix to prevent similar tragedies.
If you're interested in learning more about this critical issue and the efforts being made to address it, tune in to this episode to hear the speaker's in-depth analysis and discussion of the complexities surrounding commercial driver's licenses and public safety.

Smart. Funny. Connected. Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security & FEMA Director Michael Brown provides provocative insight into culture, current events and politics. Get an insider's view of what the mainstream media won't be telling you. He delivers incisive content with humor, wit and smartness. He gives you an honest inside look that no one else is willing to do.

Smart. Funny. Connected. Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security &amp; FEMA Director Michael Brown provides provocative insight into culture, current events and politics. Get an insider's view of what the mainstream media won't be telling you. He delivers incisive content with humor, wit and smartness. He gives you an honest inside look that no one else is willing to do.

Smart. Funny. Connected. Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security &amp; FEMA Director Michael Brown provides provocative insight into culture, current events and politics. Get an insider's view of what the mainstream media won't be telling you. He...

The Situation & The Weekend with Michael Brown

7-7-26 - 10am - CDL Change That Came Too Late

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