A second radar outage at Newark Liberty International Airport in less than two weeks has intensified pressure on the Trump administration to modernize air traffic control systems and increase staffing. The outage, lasting 90 seconds, caused delays and cancellations. While officials claim the issue is resolved and controllers have training for such events, critics cite understaffing and outdated technology as contributing factors. Congressman Josh Gottheimer demands increased staffing, while the administration plans modernization efforts, contingent on Congressional approval and funding.

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