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FTC Says Doxo Used Misleading Bill-Payment Ads and Hidden Fees — Company to Pay $2.1 Million

Online bill payment company Doxo will pay $2.1 million to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations that the firm and two of its co-founders deceived consumers through misleading search advertisements and undisclosed fees, according to an official FTC announcement.

The Free Financial Advisor

FTC Credit Repair Case Shows Why “Quick Fix” Credit Promises Can Cost Consumers Thousands

The Federal Trade Commission’s case against a sprawling credit repair operation offers a costly reminder for consumers tempted by promises of a quick credit-score fix. The FTC accused Financial Education Services (FES), its owners, and related companies of taking more than $213 million from consumers through allegedly ineffective credit repair…

The Free Financial Advisor

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Taps Amazon and Meta Antitrust Foe Lina Khan for Key Economic Role as Wall Street Watches for a Regulatory Shift

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) appointed former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan to lead the board of the city’s Economic Development Corporation, placing one of Big Tech’s fiercest critics at the center of his economic agenda.

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A Real FTC Employee Won’t Text You a Photo ID—The New Imposter Scam to Know

Imagine receiving a text from someone claiming to be a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) employee who says they can help you recover money you lost...

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U.S. Supreme Court rules 6-3 for presidential removal of independent agency commissioners

On June 29, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 in the case of Trump v. Slaughter that the president may remove a leader of a multi-person independent agency for reasons other than those enumerated in statute. The Court upheld President Donald Trump's (R) 2025 dismissal of Federal Trade Commission (FTC)…

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US supreme court rules Trump can fire leaders of independent agencies

Case focused on White House’s March 2025 firing of Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter

The Guardian - US

Exclusive: Arizona senator warns ‘ghost jobs’ are warping labor data, presses Trump admin to investigate

Sen. Ruben Gallego sent letters outlining his concerns on Thursday to the Department of Labor and Federal Trade Commission.

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Top cases on the United States Supreme Court's docket

The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing significant cases. These cases cover voting rights, presidential authority, immigration policies, and gun laws. Decisions are expected by June. The court's rulings will impact various aspects of American life and law. These include challenges to President Trump's policies and federal agency powers. The outcomes…

The Economic Times

The #1 Scam That’s Costing Homeowners Billions – How To Spot Fake Officials Before You Lose Everything

A calm afternoon can flip into chaos in seconds when someone knocks and claims to represent the government, utility company, or local inspection office. These impostors rely on confidence, urgency, and authority to push homeowners into making fast decisions without verification. Federal Trade Commission reports consistently show Americans lose billions…

Everybody Loves Your Money

FTC Orders Invitation Homes to Refund $47 Million to Misled Renters

The Federal Trade Commission ordered Invitation Homes to refund $47.2 million to renters after allegations of hidden fees and misleading leasing costs.

International Business Times

Federal Trade Commission Calls Chamber of Commerce 'Left-Wing'—Because It Opposes Onerous Regulations

So now it’s radical to be against Biden-era merger notification requirements?

Reason

Trump's FTC Chairman Sends a Threatening Letter to Apple for Not Promoting Enough Conservative Media

Chairman Andrew Ferguson continues the Federal Trade Commission’s crusade against free speech with an official letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook.

Reason

Watch out for these five devastating scams in 2026

Ruses range from romance and employment scams, to sophisticated campaigns like digital arrest

The Independent UK

Rental scams have cost consumers $65M since 2020

‘If the advertised rent is a lot cheaper than most rents in the area, it could be a sign of a scam,’ the Federal Trade Commission warned

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Uber could face billions in penalties across US after ‘deceptive billing and cancellation practices’

In some cases, Uber customers allegedly had to go through more than 30 actions to cancel their subscription

The Independent UK

Has Hollywood come calling? Don’t pick up, government warns

Another scam that’s surging right now is where real people post up outside military-focused banks and credit unions like USAA and Navy Federal. They’ll offer a sad story and ask for financial help via bank transfer

Reason

Legislative Vetoes for Independent Agencies

Congress tried to claw back the FTC's powers in 1980 through a legislative veto, but Chadha rendered that "bargain" unconstitutional.

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: US supreme court appears set to back Trump’s power to fire independent board members

Court appears to be split down partisan lines in favor of historic expansion of executive power – key US politics stories from 8 December 2025

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Weight-loss drug customers were caught up in telehealth scam. Here’s how to avoid being a victim

Federal Trade Commission crackdown on company selling GLP-1 is a reminder of the dangers consumers face when purchasing trending treatments online

Reason

Federal Trade Commission Staff Endorses Proposal to End American Bar Association Monopoly on Law School Accreditation

FTC staff support the proposal by the Texas Supreme Court to allow for alternative means of accreditation.

Benzinga

Wealthy New Yorkers Reportedly 'Looking For Therapy' After Zohran Mamdani Taps Former FTC Chair Lena Khan As His Transition Team Co-Chair

New York City's business elite didn't wait long to panic after Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced that former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan would co-lead his transition team.

Benzinga

Mark Zuckerberg Secretly Met AG Pam Bondi For Advice On Discussing 'Meta's Concerns' With Trump: Report

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly had a private meeting with Attorney General Pam Bondi earlier this year before the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) antitrust case against Meta went to trial.

Reason

Live Nation's Merger with Ticketmaster Isn't Responsible for High Resale Prices—You Are

Antitrust enforcers at the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission have singled out Live Nation as a scapegoat for concertgoers' insatiable appetites.

The Independent UK

Woman loses life savings and husband’s insurance after falling for scammer impersonating feds: ‘I couldn’t believe it happened’

Since 2020, there has been a fourfold increase in over-60s losing at least $100,000 to scams involving impersonations of businesses or the government

Benzinga

Meta's AI Chatbot Guidelines on Child Exploitation Revealed Amid FTC Scrutiny

In the wake of recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) scrutiny, an internal document from Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) has surfaced, shedding light on the social media giant’s strategy for managing child exploitation through its AI chatbot.

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