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Trump Dismisses FTC Commissioner, Weakens Worker Protections

9/10/2025

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President Trump reinstated FTC Commissioner Becca Kelly Slaughter, then dismissed her for opposing the noncompete ban decision.
Chief Justice John Roberts' ruling enables Trump to silence dissent at the FTC, weakening worker protections.
Noncompete agreements impact 20% of workers, restricting wages and job mobility.
The FTC's limited enforcement actions overlook significant worker rights issues.
Slaughter condemned the administration for favoring corporate interests over worker welfare.

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President Trump reinstated FTC Commissioner Becca Kelly Slaughter, then dismissed her for opposing the noncompete ban decision.
Chief Justice John Roberts' ruling enables Trump to silence dissent at the FTC, weakening worker protections.
Noncompete agreements impact 20% of workers, restricting wages and job mobility.
The FTC's limited enforcement actions overlook significant worker rights issues.
Slaughter condemned the administration for favoring corporate interests over worker welfare.