Historic Ruling Declares Google’s Online Search Monopoly Illegal

A federal judge ruled that Google has an illegal monopoly over online search, marking a significant win for the U.S. Justice Department. This ruling is the first victory for U.S. antitrust authorities in their efforts against Big Tech's market dominance.

A federal judge's ruling on Monday that Google has an illegal monopoly over online search holds the company accountable and marks an historic win, the U.S. Justice Department said. "This victory against Google is an historic win for the American people," U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement.

Google broke the law with monopolistic behavior over online search and related advertising, a federal judge ruled on Monday, the first victory for U.S. antitrust authorities who have filed several lawsuits challenging Big Tech's market dominance.

(With inputs from agencies.)