Richard Blumenthal actually said...

Any particular matter that has a direct or substantial effect on American Airlines, I'm recused under the statute for one year.

Blumenthal clarifies the recusal timeline regarding American Airlines.

06/27/2017

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So it was really a cost issue more than anything?

I just wanted to clarify, General Campbell.