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Here’s a quick hit of what’s been buzzing on freight social this week.
Happy Friday Eve. Short weeks hit different. The weekend is almost here. Here’s a quick hit of what’s been buzzing on freight social this week.
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Truck driver Gurjant Singh was arrested after allegedly shooting his co-driver at the Love’s Truck Stop.
Singh was booked on charges of attempted murder and 2nd-degree burglary with bail set at $520,000. The victim was taken away by ambulance and is expected to recover.
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For the first time since late 2022, the number of active freight brokerages ticked up. August closed with 29 more brokerages, the biggest monthly gain since November 2022.
The question now: have we hit the floor, or is another drop still coming?
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Two major cases are raising alarms about who’s really behind the wheel:
These cases follow similar scandals in Washington and Massachusetts, adding to nationwide concerns about CDL integrity. The DOT has launched an audit, and new proposals like “Connor’s Law” could mandate English proficiency in exams.
👉 At stake: trust in the licensing system and whether unqualified drivers are sharing the road with everyone else.
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