DOJ Antitrust Chief to Review Consultant Spending Amid Trump’s Cost-Cutting Push

The U.S. Department of Justice’s newly confirmed head of antitrust enforcement has announced a review of spending on high-cost economic consultants, aligning with President Donald Trump’s broader effort to reduce federal expenditures.

According to an internal memo seen by Reuters, the antitrust division will assess the necessity and efficiency of consultant contracts, which are often used in complex merger and competition cases. The move signals a shift toward tighter fiscal oversight while maintaining rigorous enforcement of antitrust laws.

The review comes as the Trump administration pushes for broader cost-cutting measures across government agencies, aiming to streamline spending without compromising key regulatory functions.