Schumer Fighting Carry-on Fees

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer is fighting for the public against yet another airline fee. Last week, Spirit Airline said it would charge up to $45 for a carry-on bag but also reduce the cost of most tickets by $40. Spirit said the new fee would mean fewer carry-ons and empty the plane much faster,

Schumer calls charging a fee for a carry-on a "slap in the face to travelers." The senator is making a plea to the Treasury Department to rule that carry-on bags are a necessity when traveling and should be exempt from any extra fees.

"Airline passengers have always had the right to bring a carry-on bag without having to worry about getting nickeled and dimed by an airline company."

Schumer went on to say that if no action is taken by the Treasury Department, he will introduce new legislation to stop the carry-on fee.