US Government and States Sue Apple Over iPhone Monopoly The US Justice Department, joined by 16 states and the District of Columbia, has filed a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of antitrust violations related to its iPhone monopoly. The lawsuit claims that Apple's practices, such as restricting competing apps and digital wallets, harm consumers and smaller companies. The case targets Apple's control over its ecosystem and seeks to stop its anti-competitive practices. The lawsuit represents a significant challenge to Apple's dominance and could have lasting implications for the tech industry.