United States v. United States Steel Corp

United States v. United States Steel Corp. was a landmark antitrust case in 1920 where the government accused U.S. Steel of monopolizing the steel industry through unfair practices and excessive control. The court examined whether the company's dominant position violated antitrust laws aimed at promoting competition. The case highlighted the challenges of regulating large corporations and maintaining a fair market. Ultimately, the court found that U.S. Steel's monopoly was due to natural advantages rather than illegal methods, and it did not break up the company, setting important legal precedents for antitrust enforcement.