Congressional members announce antitrust caucus to hold Big Tech accountable

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U.S. Reps. David Cicilline, D-R.I., and Ken Buck, R-Colo., on Thursday announced the formation of a Congressional Antitrust Caucus, designed for...

U.S. Reps. David Cicilline, D-R.I., and Ken Buck, R-Colo., on Thursday announced the formation of a Congressional Antitrust Caucus, designed for"holding Big Tech and monopolies accountable, promoting healthy competition in the economy, and advocating for hardworking and law-abiding consumers and business owners." The bipartisan caucus said it intends to focus on hearings with American innovators harmed by Big Tech, and a continued push for legislation.

... U.S. Reps. David Cicilline, D-R.I., and Ken Buck, R-Colo., on Thursday announced the formation of a Congressional Antitrust Caucus, designed for"holding Big Tech and monopolies accountable, promoting healthy competition in the economy, and advocating for hardworking and law-abiding consumers and business owners." The bipartisan caucus said it intends to focus on hearings with American innovators harmed by Big Tech, and a continued push for legislation.

 

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