Robert C. O’Brien
Joe Biden’s legacy Federal trade Commission (FTC) has commenced its antitrust trial against Meta. Now, the specter of a company breakup, specifically the forced sale of Instagram and WhatsApp, looms large. While its stated goal is to curb monopolistic practices and foster competition, the FTC’s approach risks undermining America’s national security, economic strength, and technological leadership on the global stage.
At a time when the United States is locked in a fierce rivalry with China for tech supremacy, dismantling one of our most successful homegrown innovators would hand a strategic victory to Beijing. Moreover, such a move would run counter to President Donald Trump’s trade agenda, which prioritizes American economic resilience. The FTC must reconsider its strategy before it inflicts lasting damage on America.
Meta, which owns an ecosystem of apps like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is one of America’s great innovators. These platforms collectively serve billions of users worldwide, providing unparalleled communication, commerce, and cultural influence. Instagram, acquired in 2012 for $1 billion, and WhatsApp, purchased in 2014 for $19 billion, have flourished under Meta’s stewardship.
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