"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Cleanup, Controversy, and Compensation"

A massive floating crane, the Chesapeake 1000, has arrived at the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore to assist in the cleanup, along with a flotilla of other vessels. The operation, which includes careful assessment of the scene and removal of hazardous materials from the cargo ship involved, is complex and dangerous. Officials are unable to provide a timeline for recovery, but are working in three phases to clear the channel, free the cargo ship, and remove remaining debris. President Biden plans to visit Baltimore next week, and efforts are underway to provide communication resources to the crew members aboard the cargo ship. Former Maryland governor Larry Hogan is advocating for full funding of the bridge reconstruction.