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It seems like we report a new loyalty program devaluation each week. Awards cost more, fees go up, etc.. But the U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg wants that to stop, sending letters to America's 4 largest airlines demanding information about loyalty program devaluations. In this Coffee Break episode, we'll discuss what this might all mean! (00:26) - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg wants that to stop. Read more about this airline rewards probe here. (01:11) - Let's hear the press release... (03:15) - AA, Delta, Southwest, and United were ordered to submit information by Dec 4. Here are the categories of information requested... (09:17) - Details indicate a fairly deep understanding of loyalty program issues. (10:28) - What good might come out of this? (14:08) - What bad might come of this? (17:13) - Will anything happen at all? Visit frequentmiler.com/subscribe to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don’t forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – Beach Walk by Unicorn Heads
