"Omeed Assefi stated, 'It's not personal, Sonny, it's strictly business,' emphasizing the Justice Department's commitment to addressing corporate misconduct while remaining open to negotiations for optimal outcomes."
"Assefi's remarks were a response to ongoing complaints about the agency's dealings with corporate lobbyists, asserting that the DOJ is 'firing on all cylinders' against bad corporate actors."
Omeed Assefi, the acting antitrust chief, addressed concerns about the Justice Department's approach to corporate settlements. He asserted the agency's commitment to combating corporate misconduct while also being open to reasonable negotiations. This statement comes after criticisms regarding perceived leniency towards corporate lobbyists and weak settlements. The agency faced internal turmoil, including the firing of deputies and the abrupt departure of former chief Gail Slater, amid allegations of compromised justice and backroom dealings with lobbyists.
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