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Trump's Return Signals Continued Antitrust Scrutiny for Big Tech

Despite Lina Khan's likely departure, Trump's populist approach suggests ongoing antitrust focus on tech giants.

Overview

  • President-elect Trump's administration is expected to maintain a strong focus on antitrust enforcement, although it may differ in approach from Lina Khan's aggressive policies.
  • Experts suggest that while Khan's exit might ease some regulatory pressures, tech and pharmaceutical sectors will remain under scrutiny.
  • Trump's previous administration had already initiated significant antitrust actions against major tech companies like Google and Facebook.
  • Analysts predict a more business-friendly regulatory environment could lead to increased mergers and acquisitions in the tech industry.
  • Key tech industry leaders have reached out to Trump, indicating a strategic alignment with the incoming administration.