Antitrust's New Face: Lina Khan's Unexpected Allies

Lina Khan, the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, has been making waves with her aggressive stance on antitrust. While many corporate leaders have been critical of her approach, some surprising allies have emerged from both sides of the aisle. Take Republican Matt Gaetz, for instance, who has been vocal about the need for big business to stop prioritizing profits over working-class Americans. Similarly, Democratic Senator Bernie Sanders has praised Khan's efforts to take on giant tech companies. Khan's message of curbing concentrated economic power and monopolies has resonated with people from all walks of life. In a recent speech, she highlighted the widespread concern among Americans about the impact of dominant firms on their communities. She cited commercial surveillance and data practices as examples of abusive practices that the FTC has taken action against. The agency's most recent report, which delves into the data collection and use practices of social media and streaming platforms, has sent shockwaves through the tech industry. Khan has been unwavering in her commitment to protecting consumers, even in the face of opposition from major Democratic donors.