WASHINGTON—Today, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ruled against Google in the Justice Department’s (DOJ) trial to punish the company for its success and popularity with consumers. The ruling penalizes Google for engaging in standard business practices that are common across industries, enhance user experiences and provide customers with high-quality services, and it will ultimately harm Americans and vibrant competition the most.
“Today’s ruling against Google will do nothing to help American consumers, and they are the real losers of this decision. By targeting and punishing standard business arrangements, the ruling stifles innovation and hinders the ability of American companies to compete globally. It sends a message to the world that the United States is willing to punish success and could discourage other companies from investing in similar technological advancements that drive our economy forward,” said Carl Szabo, NetChoice Vice President & General Counsel.
Szabo continued: “Americans benefit from the unparalleled convenience, speed and accuracy of Google’s search engine, and that success has inspired fierce competition in the online search market. By breaking these standard agreements, this ruling will create a fragmented and less efficient market, ultimately harming consumers who use and appreciate Google’s services for their needs. We urge the courts to reconsider this decision in light of its far-reaching negative implications for consumers, market competition, America’s tech industry and the broader U.S. economy.”
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