Transatlantic Flight Rerouted Over Mask Dispute

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JAN 2022

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story last updated JAN 2023

The Spin

Right narrative

Hundreds of passengers were inconvenienced simply because one person wouldn't comply with a rule that not even the CEO of the airline agrees with.

Daily Mail

Left narrative

This is just the latest example of a disruptive passenger thinking they're above the rules. AA dealt with the incident professionally and appropriately.

Washington Post

Political split

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RIGHT

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