The recent elimination of network neutrality rules by the FCC and re-emphasis on a lighter touch free market approach to the telecom sector came with a promise that antitrust enforcement by the DOJ and FCC would serve as a backstop to mitigate the risk of potentially harmful discriminatory conduct and to promote continued efficiency gains in the sector. Does a recent wave of telecom mergers and acquisitions raise questions about the nature and extent of antitrust enforcement needed to assure dynamism without undercutting innovation in the sector? Our panelists will discuss lessons learned from this recent enforcement activity and the future of competition enforcement, with particular commentary on Tribune/Sinclair, Disney/Fox, and AT&T/Time Warner. Featuring: George Ford, Ph.D., Chief Economist, The Phoenix Center For Advanced Legal &. Economic Public Policy Studies Alex Okuliar, Partner, Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP Chip Pickering, CEO, INCOMPAS

The recent elimination of network neutrality rules by the FCC and re-emphasis on a lighter touch free market approach to the telecom sector came with a promise that antitrust enforcement by the DOJ and FCC would serve as a backstop to mitigate the risk of potentially harmful discriminatory conduct and to promote continued efficiency gains in the sector. Does a recent wave of telecom mergers and acquisitions raise questions about the nature and extent of antitrust enforcement needed to assure dynamism without undercutting innovation in the sector? Our panelists will discuss lessons learned from this recent enforcement activity and the future of competition enforcement, with particular commentary on Tribune/Sinclair, Disney/Fox, and AT&T/Time Warner.Featuring: George Ford, Ph.D., Chief Economist, The Phoenix Center For Advanced Legal &. Economic Public Policy StudiesAlex Okuliar, Partner, Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLPChip Pickering, CEO, INCOMPAS

The recent elimination of network neutrality rules by the FCC and re-emphasis on a lighter touch free market approach to the telecom sector came with a promise that antitrust enforcement by the DOJ and FCC would serve as a backstop to mitigate the risk of potentially harmful discriminatory conduct and to promote continued efficiency gains in the sector. Does a recent wave of telecom mergers and acquisitions raise questions about the nature and extent of antitrust enforcement needed to assure dynamism without undercutting innovation in the sector? Our panelists will discuss lessons learned from this recent enforcement activity and the future of competition enforcement, with particular commentary on Tribune/Sinclair, Disney/Fox, and AT&amp;T/Time Warner. Featuring: George Ford, Ph.D., Chief Economist, The Phoenix Center For Advanced Legal &amp;. Economic Public Policy Studies Alex Okuliar, Partner, Orrick Herrington &amp; Sutcliffe LLP Chip Pickering, CEO, INCOMPAS

Antitrust Enforcement and Telecom Consolidation: What Does the Future Hold?

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*This series was formerly known as Teleforums. FedSoc Forums is a virtual discussion series dedicated to providing expert analysis and intellectual commentary on today’s most pressing legal and policy issues. Produced by The Federalist Society’s Practice Groups, FedSoc Forum strives to create balanced conversations in various formats, such as monologues, debates, or panel discussions. In addition to regular episodes, FedSoc Forum features special content covering specific topics in the legal world, such as:Courthouse Steps: A series of rapid response discussions breaking down all the latest SCOTUS cases after oral argument or final decisionA Seat at the Sitting: A monthly series that runs during the Court’s term featuring a panel of constitutional experts discussing the Supreme Court’s upcoming docket sitting by sittingLitigation Update: A series that provides the latest updates in important ongoing cases from all levels of governmentThe Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speakers.

*This series was formerly known as Teleforums. FedSoc Forums is a virtual discussion series dedicated to providing expert analysis and intellectual commentary on today’s most pressing legal and policy issues. Produced by The Federalist Society’s Practice Groups, FedSoc Forum strives to create balanced conversations in various formats, such as monologues, debates, or panel discussions. In addition to regular episodes, FedSoc Forum features special content covering specific topics in the legal world, such as: <ul><li>Courthouse Steps: A series of rapid response discussions breaking down all the latest SCOTUS cases after oral argument or final decision</li><li>A Seat at the Sitting: A monthly series that runs during the Court’s term featuring a panel of constitutional experts discussing the Supreme Court’s upcoming docket sitting by sitting</li><li>Litigation Update: A series that provides the latest updates in important ongoing cases from all levels of government</li></ul> The Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speakers.

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