FTC Grants Chairman Ferguson Authority to Comply with President Trump’s Orders to End DEI
January 24, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission approved a motion to give Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson authority needed to comply with President Trump’s executive orders ending DEI [diversity, equity, and inclusion] across the federal government. A motion to grant that authority to the Chairman was approved by a vote of 2-1-2. Commissioners Rebecca K. Slaughter and Lina M. Khan did not participate. Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya voted no and issued a dissenting statement. Chairman Ferguson issued a statement joined by Commissioner Holyoak. Commissioner Slaughter also issued a separate statement. Chairman Ferguson will exercise this authority to comply with President Trump’s orders.
FTC Grants Chairman Ferguson Authority to Comply with President Trump’s Orders to End DEI