American Airlines CEO Rejects Merger with United Airlines, Calling It Anti-Competitive
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom has dismissed the possibility of a merger with United Airlines, stating it would be anti-competitive and harmful to customers. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby had previously discussed the idea with a Trump administration official. The merger discussions have been rejected by American Airlines, which has stated it is not interested in any such talks.
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