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Trump says he'll name Andrew Ferguson head of FTC and Kimberly Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece


Published on 2024-12-10 23:21:07 - WTOP News
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  • President-elect Donald Trump made another flurry of job announcements on Tuesday, selecting Andrew Ferguson as the next chair of the Federal Trade

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Former President Donald Trump has announced his intention to appoint Andrew Ferguson as the new head of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), replacing the current chair, Lina Khan. This move comes as part of Trump's broader strategy to reshape federal agencies with appointees who align with his economic and regulatory philosophies. Andrew Ferguson, previously Virginia's solicitor general, is known for his conservative legal views and has been critical of what he perceives as overreach by federal agencies. His appointment signals a potential shift in the FTC's approach to antitrust enforcement, consumer protection, and regulatory oversight, possibly moving away from Khan's aggressive stance on big tech and monopolistic practices. The change is expected to face significant scrutiny and opposition from Democrats and progressive groups who have supported Khan's initiatives.

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