In a significant hearing at the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Judge Amit Mehta is poised to address Google’s monopoly power, following findings that its distribution agreements violate federal antitrust laws. Christopher Hockett, an antitrust expert from UC Berkeley, noted: “The assumption behind Judge Mehta’s ruling is the world would be better” with increased competition. The case, initiated during the Trump administration, reflects a growing bipartisan concern regarding the influence of major tech companies. As the Justice Department prepares to propose remedies, potential outcomes could include divestitures of key assets like the Android operating system. The timeline for a ruling could extend to several months, with appeals likely from Google, potentially reaching the Supreme Court within two to three years.