FTC Objections To Pharma Mergers Could Go Unchallenged Following Wilson’s Resignation
Executive Summary
The commission no longer has a voice opposing aggressive antitrust enforcement actions and President Biden's replacement may be more receptive to the stance of the three current Democratic commissioners. Amgen’s proposed acquisition of Horizon is facing FTC scrutiny.
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