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Senate Hearing on Airline Fees: A Deep Dive
In a recent Senate hearing, airline executives faced scrutiny over the rising fees charged by airlines, commonly referred to as "junk fees." These fees are typically associated with services such as seat selection and baggage checks, which passengers have increasingly come to resent.
During the hearing conducted by the Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, senators expressed their frustration over what they perceive as unfair and opaque pricing practices by airlines. The discussion highlighted the growing concern over how much extra passengers are paying on top of their base fare when booking flights.