Antitrust Division Leadership Nominations and Controversy
President Trump nominates Gail Slater to lead Justice Department's antitrust division amidst controversy over last-minute actions by leftist activist Doha Mekki. Slater has a strong record against Big Tech and is expected to continue lawsuits. Mekki, the acting antitrust chief, pushed through radical actions in the final weeks of Biden's presidency.
Key Points
- Gail Slater nominated to lead the Justice Department's antitrust division
- Controversy over Doha Mekki's radical actions in final weeks of Biden's presidency
- Issues surrounding last-minute lawsuits by Mekki unrelated to countering Big Tech
Pros
- Gail Slater's strong record against Big Tech
- Continuation of lawsuits against Big Tech
Cons
- Controversy over Doha Mekki's radical actions
- Last-minute lawsuits by Mekki unrelated to countering Big Tech