Steve Cohen, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Tennessee’s 9th district since 2007, recently shared several posts on social media addressing aviation safety concerns and communication breakdowns between agencies. Born in Memphis, Tennessee in 1949, Cohen has a long-standing career in public service, having previously served in the Tennessee Senate from 1983 to 2003.
On May 5, 2025, at 17:36 UTC, Steve Cohen posted a tweet with an arrow pointing downwards and included a link to an external site. The tweet can be accessed here.
Later that day, at 21:11 UTC, Cohen expressed concern over recent aviation incidents involving military aircraft. He stated: “Three months after the deadliest crash in decades, an Army helicopter forced 2 planes to abort landings at DCA—again. 67 lives is enough. We’ve heard reports of comms breakdowns between agencies, but Pete Hegseth & DOD won’t answer questions. His incompetency is becoming a daily”. This statement highlights his frustration with ongoing communication issues and lack of accountability.
At 21:12 UTC on the same day, Cohen provided additional information by sharing a link to his full statement regarding these matters. The post can be viewed here.
Steve Cohen holds degrees from Vanderbilt University and the University of Memphis School of Law. His extensive experience in legislative roles underscores his continued commitment to addressing critical issues such as transportation safety.
