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McDaniel Slams Mamdani's FTC Choice, Cites Job Loss Concerns

12/9/2025

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Ronna McDaniel, former chair of the Republican National Committee, criticizes Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayor-elect, for naming Lina Khan, chair of the Federal Trade Commission, as co-chair of his transition team.
McDaniel argues Khan’s FTC tenure under President Biden contradicts Mamdani’s affordability pledge.
McDaniel cites Lina Khan’s opposition to a merger that led to job losses at iRobot.
She warns that over-regulation will drive businesses away from New York City.

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Ronna McDaniel, former chair of the Republican National Committee, criticizes Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayor-elect, for naming Lina Khan, chair of the Federal Trade Commission, as co-chair of his transition team.
McDaniel argues Khan’s FTC tenure under President Biden contradicts Mamdani’s affordability pledge.
McDaniel cites Lina Khan’s opposition to a merger that led to job losses at iRobot.
She warns that over-regulation will drive businesses away from New York City.