{"id":1964308,"date":"2023-07-05T05:42:01","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T09:42:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-announces-2-republican-nominees-for-ftc-positions\/"},"modified":"2023-07-05T05:44:08","modified_gmt":"2023-07-05T09:44:08","slug":"biden-announces-2-republican-nominees-for-ftc-positions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-announces-2-republican-nominees-for-ftc-positions\/","title":{"rendered":"Biden picks 2 GOP nominees for FTC roles."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fbiden-announces-2-republican-nominees-for-ftc-positions%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=1964308&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><div class=\"post_content\">\n<div class=\"aplayer_app\" data-source=\"https:\/\/vs1.youmaker.com\/assets\/2023\/0705\/550043f2-c3ce-4522-8c15-7f5eb172fc95\/audio.mp3?length=3239469&#038;duration=270\"><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p>President Joe Biden has exciting news! He plans to nominate Virginia Solicitor General Andrew Ferguson and Utah Solicitor General Melissa Holyoak as Republican commissioners of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).<\/p>\n<p>The White House made the announcement on July 3, following a longstanding practice of including bipartisan membership. This move aims to ensure fair representation and diverse perspectives within the FTC.<\/p>\n<p>Before they can start working for the agency, Biden&#8217;s nominees need confirmation from Senate lawmakers. The FTC, consisting of five commissioners, plays a crucial role in protecting U.S. consumers from fraudulent behavior, deceptive advertising, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/he-thought-he-lost-730000-on-robinhood-and-killed-himself-now-his-parents-are-suing\/\" title=\"He Thought He Lost 0,000 On Robinhood And Killed Himself. Now His Parents Are Suing.\">unfair business practices<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If confirmed, the FTC will have a Democratic chair, Lina Khan, along with two Republican and two Democratic commissioners. This composition maintains a balanced power dynamic within the agency.<\/p>\n<p>Andrew Ferguson, currently serving as Virginia solicitor general, brings a wealth of experience to the table. He previously worked as chief counsel to Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/2018-campaign-events-of-rep-tlaib-were-organized-by-alleged-terror-financiers\/\" title=\"2018 Campaign Events of Rep. Tlaib Were Organized by Alleged Terror Financiers\">held key positions<\/a> in the Judiciary Committee under Lindsey Graham and Chuck Grassley.<\/p>\n<p>Ferguson&#8217;s legal career also includes working at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-announces-2-republican-nominees-for-ftc-positions\/\" title=\"Biden picks 2 GOP nominees for FTC roles.\">prestigious law firms<\/a> in Washington, D.C., and clerking for Judge Karen L. Henderson and Justice Clarence Thomas.<\/p>\n<p>Melissa Holyoak, described as an &#8220;experienced litigator,&#8221; has dedicated much of her 20-year practice to consumer protection. Before joining the Utah Attorney General&#8217;s Office, she served as president and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/georgia-secretary-of-state-there-will-be-a-recount\/\" title=\"Georgia Secretary of State: 'There Will Be a Recount'\">general counsel<\/a> of Hamilton Lincoln Law Institute, a public interest firm in Washington, D.C.<\/p>\n<p>Holyoak&#8217;s previous work with organizations like the Competitive Enterprise Institute and the Center for Class Action Fairness showcases her commitment to advocating for consumer rights.<\/p>\n<h2>Nominees Welcomed by FTC Chair<\/h2>\n<p>FTC Chair Lina Khan, who was nominated by President Biden in 2021, expressed her support for the Republican nominees. In a statement, she said, &#8220;I congratulate Andrew Ferguson and Melissa Holyoak on their nominations to serve on the Federal Trade Commission. Each would bring key skills, experiences, and expertise to the Commission as we work to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-to-crack-down-on-airline-fees-top-economist-announces\/\" title=\"Biden Admin To Crack Down On Airline Fees, Top Economist Announces\">promote fair competition<\/a> and protect Americans from unfair or deceptive practices.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Khan emphasized the importance of a fully staffed Commission and looks forward to collaborating with Ferguson and Holyoak to fulfill the vital mandate given by Congress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Joe Biden plans to nominate Virginia Solicitor General Andrew Ferguson and Utah Solicitor General Melissa Holyoak as Republican commissioners of the FTC. The White House announced these bipartisan nominations on July 3. 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