Economics Lost: The Unraveling of Antitrust at the DOJ and FTC

In the intricate realm where law meets economics, the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) and Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed revisions to their merger guidelines serve as a stark reminder of the perils that accompany regulatory misdirection. Announced in July 2023, the draft guidelines swiftly garnered criticism from all corners of the political spectrum, with legal [...]

Google’s Antitrust Trial Is a Misguided Crusade Threatening Innovation and Consumer Choice

In the age of technological innovation, the Department of Justice’s antitrust case against Google, now on trial, appears to be a misguided attempt to have lawyers reshape the digital landscape. The government asserts that this case is about the “future of the internet and whether Google will ever face meaningful competition,” and while the concern [...]

Maximizing Value and Minimizing Myths in Broadband Expansion

In his latest op-ed, Public Utility Research Center Director and Gunter Professor Mark Jamison examines the Federal Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program, a cornerstone piece of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). He argues that policymakers must act comprehensively to eliminate inefficiencies and ensure the program lives up to its full potential. [...]

The Biden Administration Embraces a Backward Approach to Economics

In his latest op-ed, Public Utility Research Center Director and Gunter Professor Mark Jamison argues that the Biden administration’s plan will hold American companies back from being world leaders. Read more in the National Review.

The Problems at the FTC Go Beyond Losing Merger Battles

Public Utility Research Center Director and Gunter Professor Mark Jamison shares his insights on the troubling state of the FTC, which raises valid concerns about the direction of antitrust enforcement and the agency’s declining respect for free markets and individual liberties. Read more in this story from the National Review.