Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has released a statement regarding the departure of former Commissioners Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya. In his remarks, Ferguson acknowledged the authority of President Donald J. Trump in matters concerning the removal of commissioners, emphasizing that such actions are within the constitutional powers vested in the executive branch.
Ferguson stated, "President Donald J. Trump is the head of the executive branch and is vested with all of the executive power in our government. I have no doubts about his constitutional authority to remove Commissioners, which is necessary to ensure democratic accountability for our government." He further expressed gratitude towards Slaughter and Bedoya for their service, wishing them well in their future endeavors.
The Federal Trade Commission remains committed to its mission of promoting competition and protecting consumers from anticompetitive behavior. The agency reassures that it will continue its efforts without demanding money or making threats. Consumers are encouraged to report scams and fraudulent activities through ReportFraud.ftc.gov and stay informed via FTC's social media channels and press releases.
