Today, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has expressed concerns regarding recent actions by the President involving the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). In a letter addressed to Congressional leaders, CDT urged them to "oppose and investigate the President’s unlawful firings of the Democratic Federal Trade Commissioners."
The letter emphasizes the importance of the FTC in protecting American consumers. It states that "the FTC plays a vital role in safeguarding American consumers," highlighting its history of bipartisan efforts to prevent harm such as elder fraud, violations of children's privacy, and deceptive advertising.
Furthermore, it underscores the necessity of an independent FTC in maintaining fair competition. The letter warns that without this independence, "corporations would face fewer barriers to exploiting individuals through practices like intrusive data collection and AI-driven manipulation."
CDT calls on Congress to take action against what it perceives as unlawful dismissals within the commission. The organization insists on preserving the integrity and independence of this regulatory body to ensure continued protection for consumers.
For those interested in further details, CDT encourages reading the full letter.