JetBlue admits Spirit merger would raise fares, court filings allege, putting union in legal jeopardy - The Points Guy

JetBlue has admitted in court filings that its proposed merger with Spirit Airlines would result in higher fares, according to a lawsuit filed by passengers and travel agents.

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