UPDATE: The FTC files a notice of intent to oppose Microsoft's request for an expedited hearing.
— Stephen Totilo (@stephentotilo) June 14, 2023
Says Microsoft's claim of a July 18 deadline is moot because the merger has already been blocked in the UK pic.twitter.com/Z89E3vaupW
This has already been settled, see the above tweet.
Just wanted to laugh at FTC a little, if the deadline is moot because the merger has been blocked in the UK then why are you rushing towards a PI to stop Microsoft from closing the merger? In addition, if the deadline is moot because the merger has been blocked, so Microsoft can't close the deal, then why does FTC need an injunction? Lol.
CMA: But the FTC has sued to block.
FTC: But the CMA has sued to block.