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Today we celebrate 112 years of the Federal Trade Commission! 🎉
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Attend a free one-hour virtual roundtable with experts discussing scammers’ efforts to defraud people during Open Enrollment for both Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplace. Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at 1pm ET: bit.ly/4yUQnGy

Consumer Protection and Older Adults Roundtable: Healthcare-related Scams Before, During, and After...

Scammers often work overtime during Open Enrollment for both Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplace to try to steal money, personal information, or charge

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Americans are losing billions of dollars to scammers impersonating governments and businesses, often using Big Tech’s platforms. The FTC is fighting back. Today, we seek comment on whether we need new tools to aid in our fight against online scams.
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The FTC is hiring paralegals to work in the Bureau of Competition! Apply by 10/8/26: bit.ly/4AxYBGp
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The FTC's Bureau of Economics is hiring Statisticians! Apply by 10/24/26: GS-7: bit.ly/4d1F5YN GS-9: bit.ly/4jmiv0L #EconTwitter #EconJobs #EconRA
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FTC approves publication of Federal Register Notices revising the Commission’s Rules of Practice: bit.ly/4ydFiRj

FTC Approves Publication of Federal Register Notices Revising the Commission’s Rules of Practice

The Federal Trade Commission amended the agency’s Rules of Practice to better align with the FTC Act and reflect organizational changes, including the creation of the American Competition Enforceme

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FTC seeks public comment on whether to update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to address platforms’ role in promoting impersonation scams: bit.ly/46HwdEe

FTC Seeks Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to...

The Federal Trade Commission announced today that is considering whether to update its

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Did someone claiming to be an FTC agent tell you to move your money to protect it? Don’t. That's a scam. Learn more at ftc.gov/imposters #StopGovImposters
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How to report a platform that doesn't take down your intimate images: bit.ly/4hnJC9c

How to report a platform that doesn't take down your intimate images

You reported an intimate photo or video shared without your consent. But 48 hours later, the platform hasn’t taken it down or responded to your request. Now what? Report the platform to the FTC at...

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FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson will never threaten you, say you must transfer your money to “protect it,” or tell you to withdraw cash and give it to someone. Only a scammer will. Learn more: bit.ly/4iJpbWK
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Have you lost money to a scam? Watch for scammers who say they can help: bit.ly/3VIWwY8

Have you lost money to a scam? Watch for scammers who say they can help

They’re the worst of the absolute worst: scams that target people who have already lost money to a scam. If you or someone you know paid a scammer, here’s what to know to avoid scammers who pretend...

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FTC endorses Education Department proposal to expand higher education accreditation options: bit.ly/4yWbhp8

FTC Endorses Education Department Proposal to Expand Higher Education Accreditation Options

The Federal Trade Commission strongly endorsed the Department of Education’s proposed reforms to promote competition among accreditation agencies.

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If you’re looking for a job, learn how to spot and avoid job training scams. Learn more at: ftc.gov/jobscams
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Transactions granted early termination of the HSR waiting period by the FTC and DOJ on Sept. 21 are now posted: bit.ly/4iowdwU

Early Termination Notices

The FTC or the Department of Justice can take legal action if necessary to block a transaction such as a merger or acquisition that would substantially lessen competition. The agencies may grant...

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Many people are looking for help managing their debt. FTC Commissioner Meador warns about credit repair scammers and gives advice on how to spot and avoid them. Watch this video and share it on your social media channels to help others avoid the scam:
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The FTC is hiring a Deputy Director to work in its Bureau of Consumer Protection. Apply by 10/19/26: bit.ly/4rmnoca
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The FTC enforces compliance with the #TakeItDownAct to hold platforms accountable. If a platform fails to act within 48 hours of your takedown request, report the platform to the FTC. Watch FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC's message:
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Submit a public comment on FTC's proposed policy statement regarding personalized pricing: bit.ly/3SOdJyh Comments are due Sept. 25, 2026: bit.ly/4yJENyh

FTC Extends Public Comment on Proposed Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing

The Federal Trade Commission extended by seven days the public comment period on the proposed

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Did someone claiming to be an FTC agent tell you to move your money to protect it? Don’t. That's a scam. Learn more at ftc.gov/imposters #StopGovImposters
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Let me be clear: If you harm Americans, you will hear from us.
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