White House says NTSB member was fired for inappropriate alcohol use, harassment

Source: Politico

White House says NTSB member was fired for inappropriate alcohol use, harassment

Todd Inman categorically denied the allegations, calling his firing "a political hit job."


Board member Todd Inman of the NTSB listens during a hearing on the midair aircraft collision that killed 67 people near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, in Washington, on Jan. 27, 2026. | Pool photo by Alex Wong

By Chris Marquette
03/09/2026 12:01 PM EDT

The White House said Monday it fired National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman after getting “highly concerning reports” of alcohol use at his job, harassment of staff and a host of other issues.

“The White House lawfully removed Todd Inman from the NTSB after receiving highly concerning reports of inappropriate alcohol use on the job, harassment of staff, misuse of government resources, and failure to attend at least half of NTSB meetings,” White House spokesperson Kush Desai said in a statement. “The Trump administration remains committed to maintaining safety and security for Americans in the air and on the ground.”

Inman, a Republican board member, denied the allegations outlined by the White House and said he would pursue his legal options.

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Another former NTSB member, Alvin Brown, has sued over his firing, calling it illegal while alleging racial discrimination.

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