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Duffy responds with ‘crocodile tears’ comment on banned California truck driver case
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Tuesday doubled down on the Trump administration’s order to crack down on English proficiency standards for commercial truck drivers.
Duffy was responding to a local news report in California about an Indian citizen who drove a truck for a living but has since been banned because of new rules that restrict who is eligible for non-domiciled commercial learner’s permits (CLPs) and commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs).
The Department of Transportation (DOT) singled out California for what it called “gross negligence,” saying more than 25% of CDLs issued to noncitizens or non-permanent residents were improperly granted.
The truck driver featured in the news report spoke to a reporter in his native language, not English.
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy touted English proficient rules for commercial truck drivers on Tuesday. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
“Crocodile tears for a man who has spent a decade in our country but couldn’t be bothered to learn our language,” Duffy wrote on X. “Our new rules will keep you and your family SAFE on America’s roads!”
The DOT also commented on the report.
“This driver has been in the U.S. for TEN YEARS and does not know enough English to qualify for a trucking license,” the agency wrote. “This is exactly why @SecDuffy ordered @FMCSA to crack down on English proficiency standards.”
“Do you want to drive on American roads? Being able to understand English is the BARE MINIMUM,” it added.
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Sean Duffy, U.S. secretary of transportation, speaks during a news conference in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025. (Eric Lee/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
A Senate bill would require prospective truck drivers to demonstrate basic English proficiency before receiving a CDL.
The legislation would codify President Donald Trump’s executive order, which similarly imposed stricter English language requirements.
The bill, introduced by Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., would establish several standards, including ensuring that truck drivers can converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in English, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
The issue gained attention after an illegal immigrant truck driver allegedly jackknifed his 18-wheeler while making an illegal U-turn in Florida, killing three people in August.
His limited English drew sharp scrutiny after the DOT said he failed an English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessment following the deadly crash in Fort Pierce, Florida. Singh provided correct responses to only 2 of 12 verbal questions and accurately identified just 1 of 4 highway traffic signs, the agency said.
Fox News Digital’s Alex Miller contributed to this report.
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Denver, CO
Mild and dry in Denver, with more snow for the Colorado high country
DENVER — A weak storm is rolling into Colorado Thursday morning! We’re seeing some light snow in the northern and central mountains Thursday morning, with mostly sunny skies across the plains. The snow will linger through early afternoon, with around 1 to 4 inches possible above 10,000 feet.
It’ll be a dry and mostly sunny Thursday across most of eastern Colorado. Daytime high temperatures will be slightly cooler in the mid to upper 40s along the urban corridor Thursday.
A weak backdoor cold front moves into northeast Colorado Friday, bringing a chance of light snow showers to the plains near Sterling and Fort Morgan. The cooler air is shallow but could seep into the Denver area. We’ll see highs in the mid to upper 40s under a mix of sun and clouds.
A ridge of high pressure builds back in for the weekend. This brings daytime highs into the mid to upper 50s as we head into February! Sunday will be the warmer of the two days, with highs near 60 degrees!
Another storm could potentially move into the Denver metro next Tuesday, bringing a chance for a few snow showers. Cross your fingers, and stay tuned as it gets closer!
Mild and dry in Denver, with more snow for the Colorado high country
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Seattle, WA
Damp weather finally returns to Seattle
SEATTLE – Seattle is gearing up for rounds of wet and slightly breezy weather in the coming days.
Seattle finally broke the dry streak with light rain on Tuesday evening. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Thursday morning will start mild, blustery and cloudy with pockets of moderate rain. Wet weather could slow the morning drive. Early temperatures will range in the 40s. Highs on Thursday will reach the low 50s. Winds will ease a little midday after locally windy weather overnight.
While there could be a few inches of fresh snow at the mountain passes by Thursday morning, temperatures will rise above freezing throughout the day — melting away some of that freshly-accumulated snow. Unfortunately, snow levels will stay elevated through the rest of the seven day forecast.
Unfortunately, not much in the way of snow is expected for the ski resorts in Washington this week. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Highs will be above-normal in Seattle on Thursday – reaching the low 50s. (FOX 13 Seattle)
What’s next:
During the daytime on Thursday, showers will turn more hit-or-miss. Another period of more widespread rain will pick up Thursday night into Friday morning. On-and-off rain will continue on Friday before diminishing somewhat on Saturday.
Highs will range in the 50s in the coming days in Seattle. (FOX 13 Seattle)
A Flood Watch remains posted for the Skokomish River in Mason County through Friday night. Along the Central and North Coast, a High Surf Advisory is in effect until 10 a.m. Thursday: large, breaking waves will be dangerous.
Showers are still a possibility on Sunday and Monday, but drier weather could be back on Tuesday and Wednesday.
This weekend, there could be minor coastal flooding in the Salish Sea and Puget Sound.
Rain showers will continue through Saturday morning in the Puget Sound area.
Take good care,
FOX 13 Weather Team
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San Diego, CA
Volunteers fan out to count how many San Diegans experience homelessness
Hundreds of volunteers and county staff will hit the streets Thursday morning for this year’s annual Point-in-Time Count, a one-day snapshot of the region’s homeless population.
Around 300 county employees volunteer for the pre-dawn count each year, but it takes more — around 1,700 — total volunteers to be effective in the count, which runs from 4-8 a.m.
“It’s so important that we come together as a region to take part in an effort, like Point-in-Time Count, that guides where we direct resources and how we advocate for funding to support our unhoused neighbors,” said County Supervisor Paloma Aguirre. “I remain committed to being a steadfast presence and partner in meeting the unique needs of our downtown neighborhoods and across the county of San Diego as we continue addressing the region’s homelessness crisis. Insights from this count will help guide these shared efforts.”
The annual Point-in-Time Count is coordinated by San Diego’s Regional Task Force on Homelessness and provides a one-day total of the number of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego County, including those in emergency shelters and safe parking lots.
“The Point-in-Time Count is a vital tool that helps us understand homelessness in our community and shape how we approach solutions,” said Dijana Beck, director of the County Office of Homeless Solutions. “Every volunteer plays a critical role in ensuring we have accurate data to secure resources and create programs that make a real difference. We encourage county residents to join us in this effort.”
Last year, the number of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego County dropped by 7%, and dropped by about 14% in the city of San Diego, according to the data. The volunteers found no fewer than 9,905 people experiencing homelessness throughout the county, down from 10,605 in 2024. Last year’s data showed 5,714 unsheltered San Diegans and 4,191 individuals in shelters and transitional housing.
“This annual event represents a perfect opportunity for members of the community to truly listen, see and connect with our neighbors in need,” said Deacon Jim Vargas, president and CEO of homelessness-focused nonprofit Father Joe’s Villages. “When we survey neighbors face to face, we can get a better understanding of their exact needs and connect them to life-changing resources and services that have the power to end homelessness for good.”
The RTFH organizes and trains the volunteers. Those who have signed up will go out in small groups to help conduct a brief survey and do a headcount of people they encounter living outside.
The information collected is used to apply for federal and state funding to help people experiencing homelessness.
Following the count, Serving Seniors will host the CARE Senior Resource Fair at its Serving Seniors Gary and Mary West Senior Wellness Center at 1525 4th Ave. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers will pass out information about the resource fair during the PITC.
Older adults who attend the event can get legal help, health and dental care, access to resources including MediCal and Cal-Fresh, low-cost meals, street medicine and harm reduction.
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