State Department fires back at accusations of ‘empty planes’ rescuing Americans from conflict zones

The State Department's account of its evacuation efforts is at odds with on-the-ground reports from private rescue teams, with accusations of 'empty planes' rescuing Americans from conflict zones. Bryan Stern, founder of Grey Bull Rescue, contests claims that the State Department offered assistance to every American who asked for it. The contrasting assertions raise questions about the logistical efficiency of American rescue efforts.