The Trump administration has announced a proposed settlement in an antitrust case targeting Agri Stats, a data-sharing company for the meatpacking industry. The federal government had accused Agri Stats of practices that contributed to inflated grocery prices, a case initially brought by the Biden administration. Justice Department officials hailed the agreement as a significant step in their efforts to restore competitive pricing within the meat industry and reduce food costs for American consumers. However, officials acknowledged that tackling the root causes of high food prices remains a complex challenge. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated, "A stable and affordable food supply is critical to our country’s well-being. This Department of Justice is laser-focused on making everyday life affordable for all Americans." The lawsuit focused on Agri Stats, an Indiana-based firm that gathers nonpublic information from meat processors and distributes this data in detailed reports to the industry.…