But it is true that since 2000, there has only been one new carrier, I think, in our country--Virgin America--that has entered.
We think it will be important to look at it not just in the context, as Dr. Moss pointed out, in one merger, but also in...
I want to thank my staff, Caroline Holland, who previously worked with Senator Kohl.
I have long been concerned about the consolidation in the airline industry.
A strong and vibrant airline industry is critical to our country.
We need to be vigilant in examining any potential challenges this merger might create.
I note that Jet Blue is only 5 percent of the market, though, and we have now these three major carriers.
Senator Lee and I are asking for the GAO to do a study of the entire industry beyond just this merger.
Thank you very much, Senator Cruz.
I think those similarities really need to be duly noted and investigated by the DOJ when they look into this merger.
I have introduced legislation to help prevent the spread of Asian Carp further into Minnesota.