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CBS NewsApr 20, 2026National News

United Airlines merger with American Airlines would hurt consumers, senators say

Senator Warren joined a bipartisan effort to block a potential airline merger, citing concerns over ticket prices and worker wages.

United Airlines merger with American Airlines would hurt consumers, senators say
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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Mike Lee issued a rare bipartisan warning against a potential merger between United and American Airlines, arguing it would spike ticket prices and stifle competition.

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