Federal Judge Rejects Boeing's Plea Deal Amid Ongoing Scrutiny of 737 Max Crashes

A federal judge has rejected a plea deal for Boeing to plead guilty to conspiracy over 737 Max fraud. Judge Reed O’Connor raised concerns about diversity policies in monitor selection, demanding greater accountability amidst ongoing scrutiny of Boeing’s safety practices following the crashes that killed 346 people. He granted the company and the Justice Department 30 days to negotiate a new agreement or proceed to trial, which is pivotal for victims’ families desiring more serious repercussions for Boeing's actions.