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KKR settles $250 million HSR antitrust case — 5dKKR agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. DOJ civil antitrust case alleging repeated failures to file premerger notices and document omissions across at least 16 transactions, the largest penalty for Hart-Scott-Rodino violations. The settlement resolves civil allegations and an ongoing criminal probe, with KKR saying it acted in good faith and that the penalty will be reimbursed by outside law firms.

Texas Judge Dismisses ExxonMobil Antitrust Claim — Aug 24, 2026Courts are shaping the balance between energy development and regulation: a Texas judge dismissed Clean Hydrogen Works’ antitrust claims against ExxonMobil’s Denbury over a CO2 pipeline-linked Louisiana project, while U.S. federal courts scrutinize federal offshore drilling policies, with Alaska judges deeming environmental groups’ challenges to Trump’s offshore revival not yet able to proceed due to standing and imminence concerns; the wider policy debate includes Biden’s pre-2025 offshore bans and Trump’s efforts to expand access.

FTC Resolves Zillow-Redfin Antitrust FightBusiness — Aug 21, 2026The FTC and state attorneys general have secured an order resolving antitrust claims over Zillow and Redfin’s rental-listings partnership, with Zillow denying liability as the deal is filed for court approval. The case moves to a trial set for Aug. 24 to decide whether the exclusive syndication of multifamily rental listings harms competition or benefits consumers, with both sides arguing the deal’s impact on the market.

Paramount-Warner Deal Delayed to 2027 Amid Antitrust Challenges — Jul 23, 2026A California judge extended the temporary restraining order on Paramount Skydance’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, delaying a potential closing to at least August 17 as courts weigh a possible preliminary injunction amid separate antitrust suits and a Writers Guild challenge. The extension allows time to resolve scheduling, meetings with state attorneys general and the WGA, and to prepare for a potential three-day evidentiary hearing, keeping the deal in limbo but still alive.

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Trump Admin Backs Red States’ Antitrust Suit Against Financial Titans To ‘Protect Coal’ — May 22, 2025The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) threw their weight behind an antitrust lawsuit against major asset managers that alleges the firms colluded to tank coal production with their…

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Zuckerberg’s Trillion-Dollar Meta Empire Sits On Razor’s Edge As Antitrust Case Rolls OnReporting — Apr 26, 2025The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took Meta to trial last week, opening a federal antitrust assault that threatens to tear Mark Zuckerberg’s trillion-dollar empire apart. The trial caps nearly five years of legal…

Clinton-Appointed Judge Deals Crushing Antitrust Blow To Google’s Ad EmpireReporting — Apr 17, 2025A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google has illegally monopolized the online advertising technology market, handing the Department of Justice a major win in its antitrust crackdown on Big Tech. U.S. District Judge…

REPORT: House Republicans Open Antitrust Investigation Against CVS CaremarkReporting — Dec 12, 2024House Republicans launched an antitrust investigation Thursday into whether CVS Caremark, a leading pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), has been using its market position to block independent pharmacies from using…

Google Takes Massive Hit As Federal Judge Rules It Violated US Antitrust LawReporting — Aug 5, 2024Google took a massive hit Monday after a federal judge ruled the company violated U.S. antitrust law through its search business, according to a court filing. U.S. District Judge Amit P. Mehta submitted the ruling…

On X · @RepThomasMassieRep. Thomas Massie Names Epstein Associates and Launches Discharge PetitionRep. Thomas Massie read names of alleged Epstein coconspirators on the House floor and began collecting signatures for a discharge petition on the Epstein Files Transparency Act II, drawing strong support from transparency advocates alongside limited criticism.1,307 likes · 5m

EXCLUSIVE: Florida AG Launches Antitrust Probe Into Plastic Organizations’ Costly Climate Goals — Apr 21, 2026Republican Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier launched an antitrust investigation Tuesday into plastics groups pushing restrictive environmental goals that allegedly drive up costs. Uthmeier sent civil…

Jordan’s NASCAR Antitrust Fight Heats Up as Economist Says Teams Are Owed $364M — Dec 9, 2025Michael Jordan’s antitrust showdown with NASCAR took a sharp turn this week as a veteran economist told a federal jury the racing giant owes nearly $365 million in damages to the two teams challenging its…

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Meta Wins Major Antitrust Case, Avoids Breaking Up Instagram and WhatsApp — Nov 18, 2025Meta Platforms Inc. scored a major legal victory Tuesday after a federal judge ruled the company does not hold a monopoly in social networking, ending a years-long antitrust challenge from the Federal Trade Commission…

Texas, Nine US States Accuse Google of Working With Facebook To Break Antitrust LawReporting — Dec 16, 2020Texas and nine other states sued Google on Wednesday, accusing it of working with Facebook Inc in violation of antitrust law to boost its already-dominant online advertising business. The states asked that the Alphabet…

US States To Sue Facebook for Antitrust Violations on Wednesday, Sources SayReporting — Dec 10, 2020A group of U.S. states led by New York will file a lawsuit on Wednesday afternoon accusing Facebook Inc of violating antitrust law, according to two sources familiar with the matter. New York Attorney General Letitia…

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US Justice Department Hits Google With Biggest Antitrust Lawsuit in Two DecadesReporting — Oct 20, 2020The U.S. Justice Department and 11 states filed an antitrust lawsuit against Alphabet Inc’s Google on Tuesday for allegedly breaking the law in using its market power to fend off rivals, and called for action. The…

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US Justice Department Going ‘Full Tilt’ on Tech Antitrust Probe: OfficialReporting — Aug 13, 2020The U.S. Justice Department is moving “full-tilt” on its antitrust investigation of Alphabet Inc’s Google <GOOGL.O> and other Big Tech platforms, the department’s second-ranking official told Reuters. Deputy Attorney…

California Amazon Price-Fixing Case Sees Setback — 4dSan Francisco Superior Court Judge Ethan Schulman tentatively denied California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s bid for a preliminary injunction against Amazon, keeping the broader antitrust case alive as the trial proceeds. With the main trial targeted for 2027, the ruling provides Amazon procedural relief while state authorities continue to pursue claims that the company pressured brands to raise prices.

Hanmi Genentech obesity drug deal worth $2.3B reported — Aug 24, 2026Hanmi Pharmaceutical has signed an exclusive, worldwide license with Genentech for HM17321, a long-acting UCN2 analog aimed at obesity that promises weight loss with muscle preservation, with Genentech taking over development from Phase 2 onward outside Korea. The deal could reach about $2.3 billion, including a $190 million upfront, up to $2.1 billion in milestones, and future royalties, subject to U.S. antitrust clearance and successful clinical progression.

California seeks cable divestitures in Paramount-Warner deal — Aug 24, 2026California Attorney General Rob Bonta is expected to seek divestment of some Paramount cable channels and safeguards that Paramount’s film studio remain separate from Warner Bros. as part of settling the antitrust lawsuit over Paramount’s $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, with Monday discussions outlining potential concessions amid a ticking-fee pressure and ongoing concerns about reduced competition in film distribution and cable TV.

On X · @ArsenalArsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori Collects Player of the Match Award After Solid DisplayThe official Arsenal post celebrating Calafiori's POTM award received overwhelmingly positive reactions from fans, with near-universal approval and minimal disagreement limited to rival banter.1,315 likes · 6m

Eleventh Circuit preserves Aeromexico-Delta joint venture — Aug 20, 2026A U.S. appeals court blocked a DOT effort to dismantle Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico's cross-border joint venture, vacating the measure and preserving the alliance's antitrust immunity and operational coordination. The ruling maintains the joint venture's dominant U.S.-Mexico connectivity and signals a rebuke of the administration's previous approach, citing flawed market analysis.

Six Banks Reported Agreeing to $86.4M Bond Settlement — Aug 17, 2026Six major banks' Mexican banking affiliates agreed to an $86.4 million settlement to end an eight-year U.S. antitrust lawsuit alleging coordination to rig prices and allocations in Mexico's government bond market, with the preliminary filing in Manhattan pending judicial approval. When combined with earlier settlements by Barclays and JPMorgan Chase, the deal would total about $107.1 million, and the banks deny wrongdoing while investors—led by pension funds—cite evidence of trader communications showing price manipulation from 2006 to 2017.

Dean Littleton Named President of Media at Scripps — Jul 23, 2026Dean Littleton has been elevated to President of Media at E.W. Scripps, a newly created role that unifies oversight of roughly 60 local stations, the Scripps Networks portfolio, and Scripps News to drive operational efficiency and growth across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. Analysts are factoring the leadership change into their coverage of SSP, with Benchmark adjusting price targets amid the company’s transformation and the broader antitrust backdrop.

Whining Actors Aside, There’s No Real Antitrust Reason To Block Paramount Merger — Jul 6, 2026Nearly a year has passed since news broke that Paramount was preparing to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).

The Dubious Legal Theory That Could Make Life Even More Expensive For Americans — Jun 3, 2026Nearly everyone is concerned about the rising cost of everything from groceries to health care to housing. But now there’s a crazy new antitrust legal theory that could make every day purchases MORE expensive. Under…

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