Amit Mehta

Amit Priyavadan Mehta is an American lawyer who has served as United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia since 2014. In 2021, Mehta became a judge on the United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court.
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Some of the key events about Amit Mehta

  • 1999
    Graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law
  • 2002
    Joined the law firm of Zuckerman Spaeder LLP as an associate
  • 2007
    Became a partner at Zuckerman Spaeder LLP
  • 2014
    Nominated by President Barack Obama to serve as a United States District Judge
  • 2014
    Confirmed by the United States Senate to serve on the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
  • 2017
    Presided over a high-profile case involving the merger of AT&T and Time Warner
  • 2019
    Ruled in favor of the House Oversight Committee's subpoena for President Trump's financial records
  • 2020
    Issued an injunction blocking the Trump administration's ban on TikTok downloads in the U.S.
  • 2021
    Presided over cases related to the January 6 Capitol attack
  • 2022
    Ruled that former President Trump could be held civilly liable for the January 6 Capitol attack

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Judge Sets Timeline for Google Monopoly Case Remedies Decision

Judge Sets Timeline for Google Monopoly Case Remedies Decision

A federal judge plans to decide on consequences for Google's illegal search monopoly by August 2025. Potential remedies range from targeted actions to breaking up the tech giant.

Business, Politics • September 6 2024, 07:44 PM  •  497 views
Capitol Rioter Sentenced: Judge Refutes 'Political Prisoner' Claims

Capitol Rioter Sentenced: Judge Refutes 'Political Prisoner' Claims

A Texas man received a 7-year sentence for his role in the January 6 Capitol attack. The judge criticized the notion of rioters as "political prisoners," emphasizing they're charged for actions, not beliefs.

Society, Politics • September 6 2024, 09:14 AM  •  472 views
Google's Search Monopoly: Antitrust Ruling Challenges $2 Trillion Tech Giant

Google's Search Monopoly: Antitrust Ruling Challenges $2 Trillion Tech Giant

A U. S. judge ruled Google violated antitrust law through exclusive agreements. The verdict challenges the tech giant's search dominance and may lead to significant market restructuring.

Business, Politics • August 20 2024, 04:05 PM  •  767 views
Google's Monopoly Ruling: A Turning Point in Tech Regulation?

Google's Monopoly Ruling: A Turning Point in Tech Regulation?

A landmark court decision declares Google a search monopoly, sparking debates on tech regulation. The ruling could reshape the digital landscape and challenge other tech giants' market dominance.

Business, Economics, Politics • August 16 2024, 07:22 PM  •  819 views
Judge to Order Google to Expand Android App Download Options

Judge to Order Google to Expand Android App Download Options

A U. S. judge plans to require Google to provide Android users with more app download choices following Epic Games' antitrust victory. The ruling aims to increase competition in app distribution.

Business, Politics • August 14 2024, 09:46 PM  •  661 views
Judge Dismisses Google Search Monopoly Lawsuit, Allows Refiling

Judge Dismisses Google Search Monopoly Lawsuit, Allows Refiling

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit against Google for smartphone search dominance but allowed refiling. The decision references a separate ruling finding Google's default search agreements illegal.

Business, Politics • August 12 2024, 03:19 PM  •  570 views
Google's Antitrust Defeat Challenges Big Tech's Legal Defense

Google's Antitrust Defeat Challenges Big Tech's Legal Defense

A federal judge ruled Google violated antitrust law, marking a significant shift in tech regulation. The decision challenges the notion that existing laws can't address modern tech monopolies.

Business, Politics • August 8 2024, 02:06 PM  •  690 views
Google Declared Monopolist: Echoes of Microsoft's 2001 Antitrust Case

Google Declared Monopolist: Echoes of Microsoft's 2001 Antitrust Case

A U. S. court has ruled Google a monopolist, drawing parallels to Microsoft's 2001 case. The verdict poses challenges for remedies and signals potential impacts on other tech antitrust efforts.

Business, Politics • August 6 2024, 11:18 AM  •  824 views
Google Faces Antitrust Setback: Court Rules on Search Engine Monopoly

Google Faces Antitrust Setback: Court Rules on Search Engine Monopoly

Federal court finds Google abused market power in search. Judge rules against tech giant's restrictive contracts with phone makers. Justice Department hails decision as historic win for competition.

Business, Politics • August 6 2024, 05:09 AM  •  775 views