Federal Trade Commission · ChairmanIn office
Decides which big mergers go through and takes on Big Tech.
Andrew Ferguson was appointed, not elected. This file tracks the money next to the markets this office controls.
MergersBig TechConsumer protection
Nominated
Jul 11, 2023
by President Biden
Sworn in
Apr 2, 2024
Designated Chairman Jan. 20, 2025
Term ends
Sep 25, 2030
FTC term
File B - The power
What this office controls
The FTC challenges unfair business practices and reviews mergers that could reduce competition. It can sue to block deals, set privacy rules through enforcement, and pressure large companies to change behavior. Consumers and major businesses both feel its reach.
File C - Before this office
Career
Virginia solicitor general · Counsel to Sen. Mitch McConnell · Senate Judiciary counsel · Supreme Court clerk