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Rep. Gerald E. Connolly’s statement on today's NTSB recommendations:

"The ongoing NTSB investigation into the Jan. 12 tragedy at L’Enfant Plaza has laid bare the stunning absence of a culture of safety and competence within Metro. 

“The NTSB’s findings and recommendations, coupled with those from other federal investigations, demonstrate that Metro is facing monumental challenges that it cannot face alone. 

“The fortunes of the federal government and Metro are inherently linked. The federal government must play a more active role in providing the necessary oversight and resources to address these challenges. 

“The constant barrage and increasing severity of service disruptions are creating a crisis in commuter and stakeholder confidence and underscores the urgency for Metro to hire a new General Manager with operational experience."