The move comes as the Supreme Court also appears poised to put antitrust enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission under his control.

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Either merger would be bad for the country.

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Either merger would be bad for the country.

Andrew Ferguson has used the Federal Trade Commission’s consumer protection mandate to investigate issues important to President Trump and his base.

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President Trump said the acquisition “could be a problem,” suggesting he will insert himself into the regulatory review of the transaction.

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Mandatory arbitration, underfunded enforcement and corporate malfeasance have eroded Americans’ trust in institutions. It’s time for government to fight back.

Shopping has always been a game. And now it’s being rigged against you.

The Trump administration is using its antitrust powers mostly to protect Mr. Trump.

All you need is common sense.