Maydeen Merino is a regulatory reporter, covering the DOJ, FTC, SEC and EPA. She can be reached at [email protected].
June 14, 2024 | National Law Journal
Biden Taps Christy Goldsmith Romero to Chair the FDICIf confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Goldsmith Romero would succeed Martin Gruenberg, who has come under fire for the FDIC's reportedly toxic office. Gruenberg announced last month his intention to resign on the confirmation of his successor.
By Maydeen Merino
3 minute read
June 13, 2024 | National Law Journal
SEC Chair Gensler Defends Embattled Private Fund Adviser Rule After 5th Circuit Defeat"What we did in [the private fund adviser] rule, I think, was to help investors in private funds get quarterly statements on their fees, performance and any side deals with other investors," Gary Gensler said. "We thought and believed that it was within the law."
By Maydeen Merino
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June 12, 2024 | National Law Journal
Industry Groups Sue EPA Over PFAS Drinking Water Regulation, Calling Rule 'Arbitrary, Capricious'"I believe that we're going to see more of a proactive, as opposed to a reactive, approach from chemical manufacturers with products containing PFAS," said environmental lawyer Kayla Weiser-Burton.
By Maydeen Merino
4 minute read
June 11, 2024 | National Law Journal
SEC's Pursuit of Private Fund Adviser Appeal May Depend on Agency's Larger Agenda, Securities Lawyers SayRegarding a potential appeal, the SEC says that it "will determine next steps as appropriate."
By Maydeen Merino
4 minute read
June 07, 2024 | National Law Journal
Financial Services Group Sues SEC, Seeks Disclosure of Agency's Enforcement ProceduresThe agency has denied the request for documents, saying they are exempt from the Freedom of Information Act because their disclosure "could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings."
By Maydeen Merino
3 minute read
June 06, 2024 | National Law Journal
Federal Judge Denies FTC's Bid to Block Novant Health's Acquisition of Hospitals"Overall, the public interest is best served by Novant being permitted to own and operate LNR and Davis, pending the conclusion of the FTC administrative process," wrote U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell of the Western District of North Carolina.
By Maydeen Merino
3 minute read
May 31, 2024 | National Law Journal
Divided FTC Denies Kroger, Albertsons Bid to Delay Administrative Proceeding Over Proposed MergerThe dissenting commissioners called the refusal to grant a delay in the bifurcated case unfair to the parties, attorneys and witnesses.
By Maydeen Merino
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May 30, 2024 | National Law Journal
AI's Threat to Innovation, Ideas Requires Strong Antitrust Oversight, Says DOJ's Kanter"Effective antitrust enforcement often coincides with major industrial and technological change," Assistant U.S. Attorney General Jonathan Kanter said.
By Maydeen Merino
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May 29, 2024 | National Law Journal
Federal Judge Denies Amazon's Request to Dismiss FTC Lawsuit on Prime Subscriptions"(V)iewing the Amended Complaint in the light most favorable to the FTC, the Court cannot dismiss the claim that Amazon's 'Iliad Flow' cancellation method was not a 'simple mechanism,'" wrote Judge John Chun of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington.
By Maydeen Merino
3 minute read
May 28, 2024 | National Law Journal
California Leads Coalition to Defend EPA's Heavy-Duty Vehicle Rule in Litigation"We cannot let groundless claims derail our prompt action against this climate crisis," California Attorney General Rob Bonta said.
By Maydeen Merino
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