
A transgender military pilot posted a "proof of life" video Friday to refute rumors spread on social media that she was flying the helicopter that collided with a commercial jet near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday night, killing 67 people. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. "I understand some people have associated me with the crash in D.C.
Main Idea: Trans military pilot Jo Ellis posted a video to deny false social media claims that she flew the helicopter in the deadly Washington, D.C., crash.
Key Points:
False claims about Jo Ellis spread hate, fear, and threats, and they can waste public attention during a deadly crash investigation.
Jo Ellis’s public denial and Grok’s correction may help some people see the rumor was false and slow more spread.
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Commercial airline mentioned because the jetliner involved in the crash was an American Airlines flight.
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