How the Trump Administration Is Eroding Airline Passengers’ Rights

New York Times - Oct 8, 2026

Under Sean Duffy, the Transportation Department has worked to roll back consumer protections. Passenger advocates say the changes favor airlines.

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Oct 22, 2026

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Long COVID patients 'devastated' by impending changes to virtual care access in B.C.

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