#178 Whats the Role of FTCs General Counsel? A Conversation with Alden Abbott on Historical and Current Issues

Published: July 25, 2022, 4 a.m.

The FTC\u2019s General Counsel (GC) is the agency\u2019s chief legal officer and adviser that provides counsel on various issues of law and policy and represents the agency in court. What are some of the most regular and important issues at the FTC\u2019s GC office? Prof. Alden Abbott, former FTC GC and current Senior Research Fellow at George Mason University\u2019s Mercatus Center, speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang on issues including the Administrative Procedure Act, which can be critical especially when the agency expands or restricts its authorities. Listen to this episode to better understand the FTC\u2019s GC role.

With special guest:

Alden Abbott, Senior Research Fellow, Mercatus Center at George Mason University

Related Links:

Alden Abbott, FTC Competition Regulation: A Cost-Benefit Appraisal (June 28, 2021)

Hosted by:

John Roberti, Cohen & Gresser and Anora Wang, Arnold & Porter