Keurig Dr Pepper’s $18 Billion Coffee Merger: A Risky Bet That Could Undermine American Markets

In a move that demands scrutiny, Keurig Dr Pepper announced its intention to acquire JDE Peet’s, the Amsterdam-based owner of several global coffee brands, in an $18 billion deal. Ostensibly aimed at creating a "global coffee giant," this acquisition signals more than just corporate expansion—it highlights concerning trends where American companies entangle themselves with foreign interests, risking our economic independence. Is This Merger Truly Beneficial for American Consumers and National Interests? Keurig Dr Pepper plans to split into two entities post-acquisition: one focusing on coffee, the other on beverages like Dr Pepper and Canada Dry. While executives tout nearly $16...