Aerojet’s Attempt to Sell Itself to Private Equity Is a National Security Risk
October 26, 2022 — The American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement in response to news that defense contractor Aerojet Rocketdyne, is soliciting acquisition offers from potential suitors, including private equity firms.
Biden Puts Working Families’ Economic Well-Being Ahead of Corporate Profits
October 26, 2022 — The American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement after President Biden and CFPB Director Rohit Chopra spoke today about the administration’s efforts to crack down on junk fees across the economy, including bank overdraft fees, airline ticketing fees, hotel booking fees, and more.
Coalition Urges White House to Support JCPA
October 26, 2022 — In a letter released today, a coalition of 8 national and local advocacy groups urged the Biden Administration to lend its full support to the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act.
Latest FTC Votes Promote Transparency Across the Economy
October 20, 2022 – Following a Federal Trade Commission Open Commission meeting where the Commission voted to crack down on junk fees and fraudulent reviews, while promoting transparency in funeral sales itemization, the American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement.
DOJ Penalizes Corporate Executives Brazenly Skirting Antitrust Law
October 19, 2022 – The American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement in response to news that seven directors have resigned from corporate board positions in response to concerns raised by the Department of Justice that their roles violated the Clayton Act’s prohibition on interlocking directorates.