US airline lobbyist warns that ten percent credit card interest rate cap could hurt industry

Chris Sununu warned that a ten percent cap on credit card interest rates could hurt aviation. He said the move might lead to fewer passengers and planes.

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Airlines for America CEO Chris Sununu has warned that a proposal by President Donald Trump to cap credit-card interest rates at 10% could have "massive repercussions" for the aviation industry. Speaking on the potential fallout, Sununu indicated that the measure might result in a significant reduction in passenger numbers and a decrease in the total number of airplanes operated by carriers. The proposal, which was announced on January 10 and scheduled to take effect on January 20 for a one-year period, represents a major shift in federal policy originating from the US USUS presidency.
A plane takes off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, California, U.S., October 6, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Cole
A plane takes off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, California, U.S., October 6, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Cole
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