Boeing crash victims' families ask DOJ to fine company $24B, prosecute former execs

Core Points - Relatives of victims from two Boeing 737 MAX crashes are urging the DOJ to impose a $24.78 billion fine on Boeing and prosecute former executives, including ex-CEO Dennis Muilenburg [1] - Boeing reached a deferred prosecution agreement in 2021, but the DOJ found that Boeing breached this agreement [2] - Current CEO Dave Calhoun admitted during Senate testimony that both crashes were Boeing's fault and apologized to the victims' families [3] Group 1 - The families of crash victims are seeking maximum penalties against Boeing, including a significant financial fine and criminal charges against responsible executives [1] - The DOJ is currently determining how to proceed after finding Boeing in breach of its deferred prosecution agreement [2] - Victims' families have increased pressure on the government for accountability and justice following the crashes [2] Group 2 - Boeing has faced heightened scrutiny following a recent incident where a door detached mid-flight, leading to multiple whistleblower reports regarding quality assurance concerns [5] - The company is under investigation by various federal agencies due to these quality assurance issues and the previous crashes [5] - CEO Dave Calhoun is set to step down at the end of the year but will remain on Boeing's board [3]