Trump to pick telecom lawyer to lead DOJ antitrust division

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In a move that could reshape U.S. antitrust policy, President-elect Donald Trump plans to appoint a telecom regulatory lawyer to head the Department of Justice’s antitrust division, according to reports. The nomination is part of the incoming administration’s efforts to fill key judicial and regulatory posts.

The selection signals a potential focus on telecom and technology sectors in future antitrust enforcement. While the division has historically targeted big tech, the nominee’s regulatory background may shift priorities toward communications law. The Trump transition team has not yet commented.