by the Federal Trade Commission, which claims the proposed $24.6 billion merger would lead to higher grocery prices through a reduction in marketplace competition, and also potentially negatively affect workers. Kroger has denied such claims, insisting that no stores, distribution centers or manufacturing facilities would be closed, and claiming that"customers will benefit from lower prices and more choices" through the merger.
The United Food and Commercial Workers union, which represents grocery workers, issued a statement Tuesday saying it continues to oppose the merger.
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