Too often, airlines drag their feet on refunds or rip folks off with junk fees.

It's time Americans got a better deal.

Today, my Administration is requiring that airlines provide automatic refunds to passengers when they're owed, and protect them from surprise fees.

Our department just issued rules to protect people from hidden airline fees and to require airlines to give passengers automatic cash refunds when owed. No more having to fend for yourself and jump through hoops to get your money back—airlines will have to automatically do this.

BREAKING: Airlines will now have to pay you when they mess up.

The Department of Transportation has issued a new rule requiring airlines to give you an automatic refund if your flight is canceled or delayed or if they lose your bags.

It’s a game changer for U.S. travel.

Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Transportation Secretary, joined Money Movers to discuss why this high-speed rail is a milestone for the nation.
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We're investing in the future of America's passenger rail system—funding high-speed rail projects in the West and enhancing service for communities across the country.

This day is a major milestone in building the future of American rail and the jobs that come with it.

Today we celebrate the groundbreaking of the Brightline West high-speed rail project, connecting Las Vegas to Southern California.

David Pryor wasn’t just a historic leader for Arkansas and in the Senate, he was a mentor to generations of public servants. So many of us learned so much from his decency and humility, and countless Americans are better off for his service and example. arkansasonline.com/news/2024/apr/…

Over the last year, we've seen some of the busiest air travel days in U.S. history - yet overall cancellation rates were below average in 2023 and are again in 2024. These improvements are making a real difference for airline passengers.

Congress needs to do more on rail safety. Yet a comprehensive, bipartisan safety reform bill that holds the railroad industry accountable doesn't have enough Republicans on board to move forward.

It's long past time to get this done.

It’s not so complicated: Donald Trump terminated the right to choose in America.

And given the chance, he’ll keep going.

Pete Buttigieg on Fox News on EVs: 'Sometimes when these debates happen, I feel like it's the early 2000s and I'm talking to people who think we can just have landline phones forever.'

Infrastructure must remain a bipartisan priority. And right now, we need to stand together — red, blue, and purple — to support the people of Baltimore.

Today is a good day for the safety of rail workers, rail passengers, and every American who lives near a rail line, all across this country. cbsnews.com/news/pete-butt…

We just finalized a rule saying major railroads can't unilaterally decide to run a 2-mile-long freight train with only one crew member on board.

It’s as common-sense as it gets - yet the railroad lobby just came out and called this 'overreach' by USDOT. I am not making this up.

Under the leadership of President Biden, we're part of a whole-of-government response to support the people of Baltimore. While the investigation and the response continue, President Biden has made clear we will provide support in every respect for the recovery and the rebuilding process.

My heart is broken for the Bridge workers and their families. These men were fathers, sons, and members of vibrant communities around Baltimore. They were performing the critical work of keeping our infrastructure safe and in good condition when the unthinkable happened.

As operations at the Key Bridge shift from search-and-rescue to recovery, our hearts go out to the families grieving loved ones tonight. As President Biden said today, our administration will do whatever it takes, at every step, to help the people of Baltimore heal and rebuild.

My office is in close communication with U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Buttigieg, Baltimore Brandon M. Scott, County Executive Johnny Olszewski, and Baltimore Fire as emergency personnel are on the scene following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

I’ve spoken with Gov. Moore and Mayor Scott to offer USDOT’s support following the vessel strike and collapse of the Francis Scott Key bridge. Rescue efforts remain underway and drivers in the Baltimore area should follow local responder guidance on detours and response.

'I think freedom is on the line,' Pete Buttigieg tells Nicolle Wallace. 'Obviously women's freedom...the freedom of families like mine to exist right now is on the line.'