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Meta faces a landmark antitrust trial in Washington, with the FTC alleging that Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp eliminated competition. The FTC could force Mark Zuckerberg to divest both platforms if they win. Meta maintains the acquisitions benefitted consumers. Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg will testify. The case, initiated under Trump, is now politically charged, with allegations of political interference and lobbying efforts by Zuckerberg influencing the FTC's actions. The FTC's independence is questioned amidst potential political pressure.

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