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Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign rally at the Georgia State Convocation Center on July 30, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Wall Street dealmakers are optimistic about the prospect of a Harris administration ushering in a more lenient approach to antitrust regulation. They see her as a “clean slate” on this issue, potentially diverging from the stricter stance taken by the Biden administration.
Harris’ rapid construction of an economic platform and her silence on antitrust enforcement have left many wondering about the direction she may take if elected. While on the campaign trail, she may echo Biden’s rhetoric of corporate antagonism, but the specific policies she implements remain uncertain.
Insights into Harris’ Antitrust Philosophy
California Attorney General Kamala Harris.
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Harris’ tenure as California’s attorney general offers clues to her potential approach to antitrust. Her office pursued regulatory actions against corporate power in the healthcare sector, indicating a willingness to challenge monopolistic practices.
Furthermore, Harris’ ties to Silicon Valley raise questions about her relationship with the tech industry and the extent to which she may prioritize their interests in her policies.
Wall Street’s Expectations
Reid Hoffman, partner at Greylock; co-founder of LinkedIn and co-founder of Infection AI and Barry Diller, chairman of IAC/ActiveCorp and Expedia, Inc.
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Recent calls from Democratic megadonors to replace FTC Chair Lina Khan under a potential Harris administration suggest optimism within corporate circles about influencing the vice president’s policies. However, the feasibility of such demands remains uncertain.
Lina Khan, chair of the Federal Trade Commission, speaks during the 2024 CNBC CEO Council Summit in Washington, D.C. on June 4, 2024.
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While the future of Harris’ antitrust policy remains uncertain, the intricate political dynamics in Washington may play a significant role in shaping her approach. The balance between progressive demands for stronger antitrust enforcement and corporate interests will likely influence her decisions.
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