Trump taps Big Tech critic as chief of DoJ antitrust division

Trump has appointed Adam Candeub to lead the Department of Justice's antitrust division, a move that highlights his ongoing criticism of Big Tech. Candeub is known for his work on Project 2025, which includes a chapter advocating for significant changes in U.S. competition enforcement. This appointment signals a potential shift in how antitrust laws are enforced, particularly regarding tech giants, and could impact regulatory approaches in the tech sector. The move underscores the ongoing debate about the influence and regulation of large technology companies.