FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson indicated a willingness to follow lawful presidential orders when asked about President Trump's potential interference with the FTC's antitrust case against Meta. His comments come as the FTC prepares to start a significant anti-monopoly trial against Meta. Ferguson highlighted the President's role in the executive branch, expressing hope that Trump would respect the need for legal enforcement rather than interfering directly with the case. This reflects ongoing concerns about presidential influence over independent regulatory agencies.
Federal Trade Commission Chair Andrew Ferguson expressed uncertainty about resisting President Trump should he order the FTC to drop its antitrust case against Meta, emphasizing obedience to lawful orders.
Ferguson acknowledged the President's authority over the executive branch but expressed hope that such a scenario—directly impacting the Meta case—would not occur.
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