On April 21, 2025, Google began squaring off against the U.S. Justice Department and dozens of state attorneys general in a Washington courtroom. This marks the start of the remedies phase of the antitrust trial, focusing on what changes U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta will order to prevent Google from monopolizing the online search market.
The trial follows a previous ruling that found Google holds an illegal monopoly in online search and related advertising. The DOJ is pushing for significant structural changes, including the potential divestiture of Google's Chrome browser, which Google has called an 'extreme' remedy.
The outcome of this phase is critical for Alphabet, as potential remedies could materially impact its business model, revenue streams, and operational flexibility. This ongoing legal battle represents a significant long-term overhang for the company.
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