The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is pushing for significant changes to Google's business model after a court ruled that the company operates as an illegal monopoly.

U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta determined in August that Google maintained its dominance by paying billions to ensure it remained the default search engine on platforms like Apple's iPhones.

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The DOJ has proposed several potential remedies, including breaking up parts of Google's business, such as its Android operating system and Chrome browser, or preventing it from making deals with third parties like Apple.

Google has criticized these proposals as extreme, arguing they go beyond the specific legal issues involved.

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This marks a major moment in U.S. antitrust enforcement, as the government aims to rein in the power of Big Tech. The case could have wide-reaching impacts, potentially reshaping how Google operates.

This effort follows a trend of global scrutiny on Google, including a recent $2.7 billion fine from the European Union for unfair practices in its shopping service.

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Google is facing additional lawsuits related to its advertising technology and app distribution practices in the U.S. and other regions, further increasing the pressure on the company to change its business practices.

The final set of remedies from the DOJ is expected in December, while a court hearing on the case is scheduled for April 2025.