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Merger enforcement policies of the second Trump Administration: Early developments and priorities

September 17, 2025

In the article published by the American Bar Association (ABA), “Merger Enforcement Policies of the Second Trump Administration: Early Developments and Priorities,” written by CRA’s Alexandra Charbi, and Juan Rojas the authors explore how early signals from the second Trump Administration are shaping US merger enforcement. They discuss the continued use of the 2023 Merger Guidelines, evolving priorities in tech and labor markets, and the intersection of antitrust with trade policy.

The article highlights a more nuanced, politically influenced approach to antitrust, one that merging parties should watch closely.

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