US state AGs defend rights in antitrust conflicts with feds
By Curtis Eichelberger ( October 29, 2026, 17:36 GMT | Comment) -- State attorneys general say they prefer federal antitrust agencies take the lead in resolving illegal corporate mergers, but promise to take matters into their own hands when the federal government shirks its obligation. This has led to a broadening discussion about the overlapping role of state and federal antitrust regulators, a debate that plays out with many AGs on the ballot in next week’s elections.State attorneys general say they prefer federal antitrust agencies take the lead in resolving illegal corporate mergers, but promise to take matters into their own hands when the federal government shirks its obligation. ...
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