Reuters World News Flight cuts, tariffs and Musk’s paycheck
Nov 6, 2025
Airlines face panic as the U.S. mandates a 10% cut in flights at major airports, linking it to a political standoff. Legal experts ponder the Supreme Court's doubts about tariffs from a decades-old emergency law, raising trade chaos concerns. Meanwhile, Tesla investors consider making Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire with a bold pay package. The podcast also touches on the impacts of Typhoon Kalmagi in the Philippines and a viral incident involving Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum.
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Phased Flight Cuts To Manage Controller Shortages
- The U.S. ordered phased flight cuts at 40 major airports to manage staffing shortfalls during the government shutdown.
- The FAA plans 4% Friday, 5% Saturday ramping to 10% early next week, creating major uncertainty for travelers.
Passengers Freak Out Over Unclear Plans
- David Shepperson shared messages from travelers worried about disrupted plans like weddings and arrivals.
- He emphasized that neither the FAA nor airlines had clear answers, leaving passengers in limbo.
Flight Cuts Become Political Leverage
- The Trump administration used the threat of aviation chaos to pressure Democrats during the shutdown.
- Democrats blame Republicans for refusing to negotiate health care subsidies, making the cuts politically charged.