What Happened
Potential Deal Sparks Concerns Over Competition And Consumer Impact
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly discussed a potential merger with American Airlines with US President Donald Trump during a White House meeting. The conversation, which also involved senior government officials, took place while discussing the future of Washington Dulles International Airport. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has expressed openness to the idea of US airline mergers, but noted that any deal would need to address concerns around competition and consumer impact. The news was first reported by Bloomberg and Reuters, and follows a CNBC interview with Secretary Duffy, according to AeroTime.