Quartz: Biden’s plan to eliminate hidden airline fees is taking flight
September 27, 2022 — Following a new transparency rule from USDOT aimed at airlines, Economic Liberties' Senior Fellow for Aviation & Travel Bill McGee spoke to Quartz about the rule and why it doesn't go far enough to protect travelers.
In Appealing Sugar Decision, DOJ is Fighting for Consumers, Wholesalers & Farmers
September 27, 2022 – The American Economic Liberties Project released a statement after the Department of Justice yesterday filed a notice of appeal and emergency motion for an injunction in the merger case against U.S. Sugar and Imperial Sugar.
The Boston Globe: As antitrust threat looms, iRobot keeps rolling with new Roomba
September 27, 2022 — Economic Liberties' Senior Policy Analyst Krista Brown spoke with The Boston Globe about the serious concerns posed by Amazon's acquisition of iRobot and why the deal deserves antitrust scrutiny.
To Address Growing Corporate Power, the House Must Pass the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act
September 27, 2022 — The American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement ahead of a House vote this week on the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act of 2022.
President Biden Throws Out Junk Fees In Third Competition Council Meeting
September 26, 2022 — The American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement in response to policy announcements made today at the third meeting of the White House Competition Council. At the meeting, President Biden directed leaders in every agency to examine unfair fee and pricing practices across the economy.