The HPE acquisition of Juniper is facing significant scrutiny. The Democratic Senators are urging the courts (Democratic Judge) to use its authority under the Tunney Act to investigate the settlement's terms & the process by which it was reached. This could involve compelling testimony under oath from HPE & Juniper executives, lobbyists, and DOJ officials, as well as holding an evidentiary hearing. Bribery & illegal influence are suspected might be involved.
https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69592345/united-states-v-hewlett-packard-enterprise-co/
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-29/top-doj-antitrust-officials-removed-over-hpe-juniper-settlement