Continue to pursue the DOJ-led antitrust lawsuit to fully block the merger in court.
Support a disciplined court strategy that turns the competitive harm case into a durable legal outcome. Build and reinforce the record with evidence, expert support, and aligned legal briefs so the merger is blocked—or, if a deal is allowed to proceed, the outcome still preserves real competition in local markets. This work is time-sensitive while the litigation posture and any settlement talks are still in motion.
Why this works
- Litigation is currently the central path – it directly challenges the merger on legal grounds and, if successful, results in a clear win (deal blocked).
- It also sets a precedent for future cases (judicial decisions shape antitrust enforcement).
- The involvement of multiple state Attorneys General shows a united front, adding weight.
Center for Food Safety
Tax-deductiblePublic-interest advocacy using litigation, policy, and grassroots action to protect health and the environment from industrial agriculture.
Mechanism
About LitigationHow Center for Food Safety uses funding
- Map the litigation timeline and decision points where support can matter.
- Build the record with evidence and expert support tied to the core harm theory.
- Coordinate aligned legal filings that reinforce the requested remedy.
- Evaluate settlement proposals against competition outcomes, not just paperwork.
- Plan for appeal and compliance follow-through so remedies hold up over time.
Milestones
Checkpoints and the expected timing for each step
- 1
Litigation support plan locked
Near-termDecision windows, needed evidence, and aligned filing opportunities are mapped.
- 2
Record-building support delivered
During active litigationEvidence and analysis are incorporated into briefs or other supporting materials.
- 3
Settlement posture evaluated
If negotiations emergeProposed terms are reviewed against competition outcomes and gaps are documented.
- 4
Decision and follow-through plan set
Post-decisionNext steps for appeal and/or compliance monitoring are documented quickly.