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Fired Up: FTC Commissioners Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Slaughter Say They’ll Fight Trump

On with Kara Swisher

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Navigating Political Pressures in Regulatory Agencies

This chapter explores the critical role of minority commissioners within the FTC, emphasizing transparency and accountability in regulatory practices. It discusses political influences on the agency's decision-making, particularly concerning merger cases and enforcement of privacy regulations. The conversation highlights the need for independence from political pressures to uphold constitutional responsibilities and ensure fair competition in the market.

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