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Part 2: From independent watchdog to executive branch enforcer: The FTC after Trump v. Slaughter

By Jay L. Levine on
Established in 1914, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) was charged with policing “unfair methods of competition” and “unfair or deceptive acts or practices.” Designed to represent more than one political perspective, the FTC Act mandated that there be five commissioners, but no more than three may belong to the same political party. Each commissioner is … Continue Reading

States’ antitrust enforcement is alive and well: California enacts broad premerger notification requirement

By Jay L. Levine on
California has enacted a sweeping new premerger notification law that will significantly expand the state’s visibility into M&A activity. On Feb. 10, 2026, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California Uniform Antitrust Premerger Notification Act (SB 25), making California the third state—after Washington and Colorado—to adopt a broad, cross‑industry premerger filing regime. The law becomes effective … Continue Reading

Current trends in state antitrust enforcement

By Allen Carter on
State antitrust enforcement is becoming increasingly significant, with a diverse array of laws across 51 jurisdictions, including the District of Columbia. State Attorneys General (AGs) are not merely filling gaps left by federal enforcement but are actively shaping the landscape with robust state-specific laws. This post provides an overview of the current trends and legislative … Continue Reading

Government is cracking down on antitrust issues in labor markets

By Jay L. Levine on
antitrustAntitrust enforcement is heating up when it comes to issues affecting the labor market and workers’ ability to sell their services to the highest bidder. Though the movement began in 2016, the Biden administration is claiming that certain agreements between employers that affect workers’ mobility and compensation can be prosecuted criminally.… Continue Reading
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