Department of Justice Antitrust Division

The Department of Justice Antitrust Division is a government body responsible for promoting fair competition in the marketplace. It enforces laws that prevent monopolies, unfair business practices, and anti-competitive mergers that could harm consumers or other businesses. By reviewing and, if necessary, challenging mergers, price-fixing, or collusion, the division helps ensure markets remain open, competitive, and innovative. Its goal is to protect consumers, small businesses, and the economy from practices that reduce competition and could lead to higher prices or limited choices.