Appointment of Andrew Ferguson as Chair of the Federal Trade Commission
President-elect Donald Trump appoints Andrew Ferguson as the next Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, signaling a more hawkish stance against big tech and a focus on protecting freedom of speech.
Key Points
- Focus on protecting freedom of speech
- Call for investigation into unlawful collusion between big tech platforms
- Emphasis on enforcing antitrust laws
Pros
- Proven record of standing up to Big Tech censorship
- Experience as Solicitor General of the Commonwealth of Virginia and antitrust litigator
Cons
- Potential for increased tensions with big tech companies