Fired FTC Commissioners Sue Trump Over Alleged Unlawful Dismissal
Former Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Commissioners Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Kelly Slaughter have initiated legal action against former President Donald Trump, alleging their dismissals were unlawful. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, claims that Trump's decision to fire them in March 2025 was an overreach of his executive powers and a violation of their rights to serve their full terms.
The controversy began when Trump announced the firings, citing dissatisfaction with the FTC's regulatory approach. Bedoya and Slaughter, appointed by President Joe Biden, argue that their removal was politically motivated and lacked legal justification. The lawsuit seeks reinstatement and damages for what they describe as wrongful termination.
Legal experts are closely watching the case, as it could set a precedent for the limits of presidential authority over independent agencies. The outcome may influence future appointments and the balance of power between the executive branch and regulatory bodies.
