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Senator Cantwell Demands Accountability from FAA's Bedford

12/11/2025

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U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell criticized FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford for failing to divest Republic Airways holdings, violating his ethics agreement.
The Office of Government Ethics confirmed Bedford's non-compliance and rejected his extension request.
Bedford was required to divest within 90 days of confirmation, with stock valued between $6 million and $30 million.
Cantwell demanded accountability and clarity on whether Bedford divests, given Republic Airways' merger with Mesa Air Group.

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U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell criticized FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford for failing to divest Republic Airways holdings, violating his ethics agreement.
The Office of Government Ethics confirmed Bedford's non-compliance and rejected his extension request.
Bedford was required to divest within 90 days of confirmation, with stock valued between $6 million and $30 million.
Cantwell demanded accountability and clarity on whether Bedford divests, given Republic Airways' merger with Mesa Air Group.