FTC Hones in on Big Tech’s Quasi-Mergers with AI Firms
January 25, 2024 — In response to news that the Federal Trade Commission has launched a 6(b) study to investigate Big Tech’s partnerships and investments in artificial intelligence, with orders for information sent to Microsoft, Amazon, Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic, the American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement.
AP: JetBlue’s $3.8 billion buyout of Spirit Airlines is blocked by judge citing threat to competition
Jan 16, 2024 — William McGee is quoted in coverage of the Department of Justice's court victory blocking the JetBlue-Spirit merger.
CNBC: Billions are on the line for lenders as White House finalizes credit card late fee cap
December 20, 2023 — Economic Liberties' policy brief is featured in a report on the CFPB's new credit card late fees rulemaking.
FTC and CA AG Succeed in Stopping Further Hospital Consolidation in California
December 18, 2023 — In response to news that John Muir Health has abandoned its proposed $142.5 million acquisition of San Ramon Regional Medical Center amid scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement.
Washington Post: Transportation Department fines Southwest $140 million for Christmas meltdown
December 18, 2023 — William McGee is quoted in coverage of the Department of Transportation's record-breaking and unprecedented enforcement action against Southwest Airlines for its 2022 Christmas meltdown.