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Nippon Steel and US Steel Challenge Biden's Block on Merger in Court

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Nippon Steel and US Steel Challenge Biden's Block on Merger in Court

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  • Nippon Steel and US Steel filed a lawsuit against President Biden's decision to block their proposed merger.
  • The legal action was initiated in the US Court of Appeals, challenging the acquisition review process.
  • Both companies accuse Biden of using political influence to block the deal for favor with workers' unions.
  • The transaction, valued at $14.9 billion, raised national security concerns according to the Biden administration.
  • Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba urged Washington to ensure that the blocked deal won't hinder future investments.

For more details, visit the original article at Le Monde.

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