Single Carrier Status can be "fought for" by any of the unions by requesting a review by the National Mediation Board. Logic would say the ibt will be the first to do this about 5 seconds after Eischen rules on the sli. The ibt is spreading incorrect information either because they are confused or (more likely) are petrified of losing republic pilot's dues money post single carrier status determination.

"Force Majeure" can be enacted by bb with the current republic contract or loa 39. "Adverse economic conditions" is a pretty broad statement...that is what republic has in their current cba.