A deadly midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter near the nation's capital is bringing renewed focus on the federal agency charged with investigating aviation disasters.

Federal leaders are launching an investigation into the deadly plane crash that happened late Wednesday night in Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump says his administration is working to get answers and he's suggesting diversity policies may be to blame.

"When you have statements in the press, very forceful, coming from the highest authority in the United States, people may be reluctant to tell their stories."