1 big thing

FTC accuses Amazon of duping Prime customers

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The Federal Trade Commission sued Amazon on Wednesday for allegedly tricking millions of customers into signing up for Amazon Prime, as well as for making it hard to cancel Prime subscriptions.

  • Plus, new protections for pregnant workers.
  • And, wheelchair users fight for easier air travel.

    • Guests: Axios' Ashley Gold, Emily Peck and Alex Fitzpatrick.

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    • FTC sues Amazon for "tricking and trapping" Prime customers
    • New law protecting pregnant workers set to take effect — and it's a big deal
    • Wheelchair users fight for easier air travel
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