Federal Trade Commission
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is an Independent Agency of the United States Government, established in 1914.
The FTC enforces federal antitrust and consumer protection laws by investigating complaints against individual companies initiated by consumers, businesses, congressional inquiries, or reports in the media. The commission seeks to ensure that the nation's markets function competitively by eliminating practices deemed unfair or deceptive.
The FTC is responsible for civil enforcement of antitrust laws, while the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice has the power to bring both civil and criminal action in antitrust matters.
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See also
- Business opportunity
- Federal Trade Commission Act
- Independent Agencies of the United States Government
- Brandeis Award
- National Do Not Call Registry
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