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A federal judge rules that Google violated antitrust laws

The Justice Department suit claimed Google engaged in illegal acts to remain on top of search

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This article has been updated to add a statement from Google.

A U.S. District Court Judge has ruled that Google violated antitrust laws in maintaining its dominance in search.

The suit, brought by the U.S. Justice Department, argued that Google resorted to illegal acts to stay far ahead of competitors. Judge Amit P. Mehta agreed.

“Google is a monopolist, and it has acted as one to maintain its monopoly,” Mehta wrote in his decision.

“I don't think anyone will be surprised b...

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