Jonathan Kanter, The U.S. Department of Justice’s antitrust chief, reinforced his assertive stance against large corporations and their potential anti-competitive practices in a recent appearance at the Anti-Monopoly Summit. His dedication, as he put it, is to the American people, who by law should be shielded from the effects of anti-competition triggered by the companies they financially support.
Addressing the audience at the summit run by the American Economic Liberties Project, Kanter strongly affirmed his position by stating, “My name is Jonathan Kanter and I represent the people of the United States of America.” He went on to highlight the Antitrust Division’s activities under his leadership, which he indicated had established an “unprecedented record of action” in opposing anti-competitive mergers and monopolizing moves.
Reflecting on his division’s role in holding corporations accountable, Kanter passionately warned American monopolists with a powerful message, subtly reminding them of the Division’s presence and resolve: “If you break the law, you will face a formidable opponent in court.”
Further detail on his compelling argument and the actions of the Antitrust Division can be found at
Jonathan Kanter’s Anti-Competitive Practices Address. Given these robust declarations, it will be worthwhile to observe future developments and the effects of these principles on corporate activities and antitrust prosecution.