The Justice Department has reiterated its demand for a court to break up Google, following a ruling last year that found the search giant maintained an illegal monopoly in online search. The government’s proposal, which could reshape internet competition, was filed on Friday as part of ongoing antitrust litigation against Google. The Biden administration, under which this case began, has asked the court to force Google to sell its popular web browser, Chrome, among other remedies.
The Justice Department’s decision to stick with its broad proposal to fundamentally change Google’s business operations signals potential changes in how tech regulation will be approached under the Trump administration. The government is also pursuing antitrust cases against other tech giants, like Apple, Meta, and Amazon.
Tech executives have visited Mar-a-Lago to court favor with President Trump, but the filing on Friday indicates that the administration is serious about addressing Big Tech’s power. Google has argued against the government’s proposals, saying they would harm consumers, the economy, and national security.
The upcoming hearing in April will involve testimony and arguments from both sides to determine the appropriate remedies in the case. Key appointments in leadership positions at the FTC and DOJ will play a crucial role in shaping the administration’s approach to regulating tech companies like Google.
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