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Warren and Lee Urge Halt to United-American Airlines Merger

4/20/2026

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Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) warn that a United Airlines–American Airlines merger could reduce competition.
They sent a letter to the airlines' CEOs requesting information on merger discussions by May 3.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discussed merger ideas with officials in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
American says it is not pursuing a merger and would oppose one, citing consumer harm and regulatory scrutiny.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) warn that a United Airlines–American Airlines merger could reduce competition.
They sent a letter to the airlines' CEOs requesting information on merger discussions by May 3.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discussed merger ideas with officials in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
American says it is not pursuing a merger and would oppose one, citing consumer harm and regulatory scrutiny.