Applaud Judge AliKhan for Defending FTC Independence

A federal judge just delivered a major win for accountability and good governance. U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan ruled that President Trump’s firing of Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter was illegal and violated long-standing protections designed to keep the FTC independent.

For nearly a century, federal law has shielded FTC members from being removed for political reasons. Judge AliKhan’s decision reaffirms that the FTC exists to serve the public interest, not to bend to the whims of any president.

This ruling protects the integrity of the FTC and sends a clear message: oversight agencies must remain strong and autonomous to hold powerful interests accountable.

Add your name to applaud Judge AliKhan for standing up to Trump’s power grab and defending the rule of law!