The attorney general of Ohio is asking a state court to declare Google a public utility, something that would subject the search giant to extensive government regulation. The lawsuit (read it here)…
, a Republican, and reflects the party’s shift from traditional stances opposed to government regulations, as he and a number of lawmakers have targeted big tech.
Republicans generally have opposed efforts by the FCC to classify internet providers like Comcast, AT&T and Verizon as common carriers for the purpose of imposing In Yost’s lawsuit, he argues that Google’s dominance in search — near 90% — gives it a competitive advantage, as it can prioritize its own services.
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