Trump Reshapes FTC with Ferguson Nomination Amid Leadership Shakeup

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Andrew Ferguson to lead the Federal Trade Commission, signaling a shift towards more lenient antitrust enforcement. Ferguson, who was initially nominated by President Biden as a Republican commissioner, aims to reverse current chair Lina Khan's stringent policies on mergers and regulations. His appointment, which does not require Senate confirmation, has raised concerns among current FTC commissioners and antitrust advocates, who fear it may prioritize corporate interests over consumer protection and economic fairness.