Boeing avoids prosecution in Justice Department deal over crashes

Boeing is entering a non-prosecution agreement with the US Department of Justice regarding the fatal crashes of two 737 Max aircraft that killed 346 people, allowing it to avoid a fraud trial in exchange for admitting to obstructing federal aviation officials and paying $1.1 billion in fines. While some families of victims support the deal, others have condemned it as a “sweetheart deal,” arguing it sends the wrong message about corporate accountability. The Justice Department plans to dismiss the case once the agreement is finalized, emphasizing that it ensures Boeing’s immediate accountability and benefits.

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