WASHINGTON—As the remedies phase of the Department of Justice’s antitrust case against Google begins today, NetChoice urges the court to adopt a measured, evidence-based approach that safeguards the consumer welfare standard and doesn’t inhibit vibrant innovation in America’s tech economy.
If the court were to approve harsh remedies—such as restricting Google’s AI development or breaking off Chrome and Android—it would risk crushing one of America’s leading technology champions. Indeed, President Trump was right when he said, “China is afraid of Google.” These drastic measures would not only wreck services that millions of Americans greatly value, weaken privacy protections and stifle the tech dynamism that consumers love, but they would set back our ability to develop key technology effectively in competition with leading firms from global rivals like China.
“Antitrust enforcement should focus on demonstrable consumer harm and the consumer welfare standard—not the size or success of a company. Punitive actions against companies for their performance, absent clear evidence of consumer detriment, set a concerning precedent that will deter future innovation and investment in America,” said Patrick Hedger, NetChoice Director of Policy.
Hedger continued: “As the Court deliberates on remedies against Google, it should take a balanced approach that addresses legitimate competitive concerns without hobbling one of the top U.S. tech champions, just as rivals like China surge ahead in critical fields such as AI and robotics. Google is a major investor and innovator in these fields. A balanced approach that addresses legitimate competitive concerns without compromising the benefits that consumers get from Google’s services is the stronger path for America’s future.”
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