Duffy calls United proposal to buy American interesting
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says United CEO Scott Kirby must show how an American Airlines merger helps consumers. American does not support the deal.
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United States Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has characterized a proposal by UNITED AIRLINES HOLDINGS INC Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby to acquire AMERICAN AIRLINES GROUP INC as an intriguing prospect. Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, Duffy noted that while the concept is noteworthy, the burden of proof remains on United to justify such a significant consolidation within the industry.
During the discussion, Duffy emphasized that he would not take a definitive stance or prejudge the merits of any potential merger at this early stage.
