As part of its proposal to address Google’s search monopoly, the Department of Justice says it wants to restrict Google’s AI investments in other companies, including Anthropic.

Despite being one of its prime competitors in the AI field, Google has invested heavily in Anthropic. Google initially invested $300 million in the AI startup before announcing it would invest an additional $2 billion.

Bloomberg reports the DOJ, and involved attorneys general, are recommending that Google’s ability to invest or collaborate with other AI firms being strictly curtailed. Under the proposal, the company would not be able to invest in, acquire, or collaborate with other AI firms, or any firm that uses AI in query-based products. The outlet says the measure is specifically aimed at Google’s Anthropic investment.

There’s still much that will play in to a final decision regarding any measures that will or will not be taken against Google, not the least of which is the incoming Trump administration. Nonetheless, the DOJ is making clear that it intends to do whatever is necessary to address Google’s monopoly.