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"Florida Attorney General Probes CFP Committee's Decision to Exclude FSU"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill

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Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has launched an investigation into the College Football Playoff selection committee's decision to exclude undefeated Florida State University from the four-team playoffs. The investigation will focus on possible anticompetitive effects of the playoff system and seek documentation related to deliberations, conference restrictions, ethics, and conflicts of interest. Moody aims to identify individual votes and vote tallies, as well as individuals with access to votes or knowledge of the software used. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has also expressed support for potential litigation over FSU's exclusion.

Justice Department investigates PGA Tour's Saudi-backed LIV Golf deal.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC

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The Justice Department's Antitrust Division will review the PGA Tour's proposed merger with Saudi-funded LIV Golf, which has triggered antitrust concerns and criticism from Democratic senators. LIV Golf, backed by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has divided the pro golf world with its massive prizes and perks, but its links to the kingdom's human rights record have sparked controversy. If the merger goes through, the two entities will combine their businesses and rights into a new for-profit company.