Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has announced a significant policy change regarding the agency's relationship with the American Bar Association (ABA). The new directive prohibits FTC political appointees from holding leadership roles within the ABA, participating in its events, or renewing their memberships. Furthermore, the FTC will cease using its resources to support any employee's membership or participation in ABA activities.

Chairman Ferguson communicated this decision through a letter addressed to FTC staff. The letter is available for public viewing.

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