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Tammy Duckworth: “Reducing operations at the world’s busiest airport for one-and-a-half years reduces available flights for travelers at…”

On the recordAugust 2, 2026
Reducing operations at the world’s busiest airport for one-and-a-half years reduces available flights for travelers at arguably the most crucial nexus for the United States and stunts economic growth for the entire Midwest.
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Tammy Duckworth
Democratic · Illinois

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Senators warn about economic impact of flight cap.

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