“it was unclear whether the governor was wearing his seat belt at the time of the crash.”
Hmmmmmmmm
I always wear a seatbelt and while I’m wearing a seatbelt, I cant put my feet out the window...........
However, when the freeway median abutment slams smack into your passenger door, it is possible to be thrown to the opposite side of the car, and to have your sternum, collarbone, ribs and leg broken.
God be with anyone who faces such an impact.