Matt Gaetz targets Big Tech in potential Attorney General role

Matt Gaetz, a former congressman and potential Attorney General nominee, has a history of opposing Big Tech. He has supported FTC Chair Lisa Khan and criticized data brokers like Kochava for selling sensitive location data, calling their practices "creepy." In a 2023 hearing, Gaetz praised Khan's work against data brokers and expressed concern over privacy violations. He has voted against his party on issues related to corporate power and supported measures to increase scrutiny on mergers and limit forced arbitration clauses. If confirmed as Attorney General, Gaetz may focus on regulating Big Tech and protecting consumer privacy. His nomination by Trump raises questions about his commitment to these issues, given his loyalty to the former president amid ongoing legal challenges.