A Course Correction on Antitrust Policy - The Daily Signal

An article by Al Perrotta on The Daily Signal discusses the Trump administration's recent shift in U.S. antitrust policy, emphasizing rational economic analysis over ideology. The Department of Justice withdrew opposition to Hewlett Packard Enterprise's acquisition of Juniper Networks, a decision criticized by the American Economic Liberties Project. The article argues that such mergers can enhance competition and efficiency in global markets.

• Department of Justice retracts opposition to HPE-Juniper merger.
• Criticism from American Economic Liberties Project highlighted.
• Emphasizes antitrust should focus on competition, not just firm size.
• Argues some mergers can strengthen U.S. global competitiveness.