The Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 was a landmark piece of legislation passed by the United States Congress to protect consumers from monopolies and unfair business practices. The act was the first federal law to regulate the formation and operation of trusts and monopolies, and it remains one of the most important
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The Sherman Antitrust Act is a United States antitrust law which prescribes the rule of free competition among those engaged in commerce and consequently prohibits unfair monopolies. It was passed by Congress in 1890 and is named for Senator John Sherman, its principal author.