Budget Airlines Seek $2.5B Aid, Duffy Weighs In

0:00On April 27, budget airlines are pushing for $2.5 billion in government aid to tackle skyrocketing jet fuel prices, but U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy made it clear that's not something his department can handle alone. Speaking to reporters on Monday at an event, Duffy said he can't just dig that cash out of the couch cushions, stressing it would demand heavy. Government involvement in a real bipartisan push from Congress to make it happen. These low-cost carriers are getting hammered by fuel expenses that are eating into their margins, forcing them to seek federal help just to stay. Airborne amid tough economic headwinds. Duffy emphasized any such request with face intense scrutiny before moving forward, pointing out Congress has to weigh in on a sum that big. With fuel costs still volatile, keep an eye on how lawmakers respond. This could shape the future for affordable flights across the country. Pop culture, powered by AI. This is entertainment and celebrity news today.

1:00I'm Corey with The Story.