Amazon has online retail monopoly, lawsuit claims. Who might win?

Sep. 26, 2023 Business & Economy

The Federal Trade Commission and 17 states are suing Amazon, alleging that it holds a monopoly on online retail. This comes after the DOJ sued Google recently.

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Guest:

Josh Sisco - antitrust reporter, Politico

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Nihar Patel, Ted Robbins

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