American airline Southwest Airlines has faced a wave of sharp criticism after implementing a new policy regarding overweight passengers. The new rules have sparked a strong reaction from the public and experts. Many have deemed the new policy discriminatory and unfair to passengers. The airline stated that the changes are aimed at improving comfort for everyone on board. However, critics argue that this violates people's rights and creates stigma. Southwest Airlines emphasized that the policy was developed after consultations with various interest groups. The new rules took effect at the beginning of this month and have already sparked numerous debates.
