What might a Justice Department break-up of Google look like?
Aug 15, 2024

What might a Justice Department break-up of Google look like?

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The Justice Department is reportedly considering asking for a break up of Google after the company was deemed an illegal monopoly.

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A court ruled on Aug. 5 that the company has a monopoly in online search. A break up could be one of several ways forward, though it’s a pretty uncommon one.
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