# Apple Wins Access to Federal Documents in DOJ Antitrust Case Apple secures the right to access federal documents in the DOJ antitrust lawsuit. - **Source:** [9to5Mac](https://brifing.si/source/59447403-ce5b-427c-8132-8614f549929a) - **Published:** 2026-07-15 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/9d8d4a62-2ad3-4edb-9018-a3bff58e3843 ## Apple's Request Apple requested documents from 14 federal agencies to support its defense in the DOJ antitrust lawsuit. These documents include how agencies evaluate and use smartphones and wearables. ## Government's Objection The government opposed Apple's request, arguing that the documents were irrelevant and would impose an undue burden on agencies. It also noted that the documents might contain classified or national security information. ## Special Master's Decision Special master Jose Linares ruled in favor of Apple, stating that the requests were relevant to the case and that the government failed to substantiate its objections. This decision strengthens Apple's access rights. ## Importance of Documents Apple argues that federal agencies' preference for its products due to security and privacy supports its competitive practices. These documents are crucial for Apple's defense. ## Next Steps Despite the ruling, agencies can still withhold specific documents they deem privileged or protected. However, they must list these documents on a privilege log. Disagreements could lead to new discovery processes. ## Case Implications This decision could strengthen Apple's defense in the antitrust lawsuit. It may also have significant implications for tech giants' relationships with federal agencies and their competitive practices. ## Sources covering this story - https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/15/apple-wins-discovery-fight-over-federal-agency-documents-in-doj-antitrust-case/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._