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American Airlines' disclosure of travel data to government agencies is framed as legally compelled across multiple jurisdictions, meaning such sharing occurs regardless of user preferences and extends to foreign governments.
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Your personal information and travel data held by American Airlines may be provided to foreign and domestic government agencies as required by the laws of several countries.
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American Airlines' disclosure of travel data to government agencies is framed as legally compelled across multiple jurisdictions, meaning such sharing occurs regardless of user preferences and extends to foreign governments.
Your personal information and travel data held by American Airlines may be provided to foreign and domestic government agencies as required by the laws of several countries.
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