On a recent episode of the Federal Newswire Lunch Hour podcast, CFIF's Timothy Lee joined host Andrew…
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The Lunch Hour - FTC Overreach, 'Junk Fees' and More

On a recent episode of the Federal Newswire Lunch Hour podcast, CFIF's Timothy Lee joined host Andrew Langer and Daniel Ikenson, Founder of Ikensonomics Consulting and former Director of Trade and Policy Studies at the Cato Institute, to discuss Federal Trade Commission overreach, so-called "junk fees," and more.

The conversation focuses on "the FTC's increasingly aggressive regulatory posture under Chair Lina Khan, highlighting concerns about overreach, economic consequences, and implications for constitutional governance."

Watch below.…[more]

December 05, 2024 • 12:18 PM
Yes Nukes!

Yes Nukes!

It's all so logical. It puts America first.

Democratic Anger About Biden Pardon Is All About Trump

Democratic Anger About Biden Pardon Is All About Trump

Does anyone really believe that Joe Biden, lamest of lame ducks in the last few weeks of his presidency, was going to let his son go to jail?

Trump Should Call for a New American Patriotism

Trump Should Call for a New American Patriotism

The vast majority of Americans of every race and income category believe America is 'the greatest country on earth.'

IRS Data: Wealthier Americans Pay a Disproportionately High Income Tax Share

IRS Data: Wealthier Americans Pay a Disproportionately High Income Tax Share

It’s simply not true that wealthier Americans somehow pay lower average income tax rates.

End the Sanctuary-for-Migrants Madness

End the Sanctuary-for-Migrants Madness

Do not be fooled by the word "sanctuary." Americans are hospitable people, but imported criminals are not welcome.

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