Top Google Lawyer Advises Kamala Harris Amid Antitrust Trial

Karen Dunn's dual role raises ethical concerns as she defends Google while coaching Harris for presidential debate.

Overview

Karen Dunn, a leading lawyer for Google, is also advising Kamala Harris in her presidential campaign.
Dunn's involvement has sparked controversy among antitrust experts who worry about a conflict of interest.
On September 9, Dunn delivered Google’s opening defense in a federal antitrust trial and then assisted Harris with debate prep.
Critics argue that Dunn’s dual roles could lead to lenient settlements in the antitrust case against Google.
House Republicans are demanding answers from the DOJ on how it is addressing potential conflicts of interest.