The FTC's General Counsel (GC) is the agency's 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's GC office? Prof. Alden Abbott, former FTC GC and current Senior Research Fellow at George Mason University's 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's 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