Antitrust Division (Department of Justice)

The Antitrust Division is a branch of the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for enforcing laws that promote fair competition in the marketplace. It aims to prevent monopolies and anti-competitive practices that can harm consumers and hinder innovation. By investigating mergers, price-fixing, and other potentially harmful business practices, the division seeks to ensure that businesses compete fairly, which helps lower prices and improve quality for consumers. Essentially, it works to maintain a level playing field in the economy.