Judge Troubled' by FTC Advertiser Boycott Demand to Media Group
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A judge raised concerns regarding the Federal Trade Commission's investigation targeting a nonprofit connected to advertising boycotts of conservative websites. Media Matters for America is contesting the FTC's request for internal communications and records. During a hearing, Judge Sparkle Sooknanan indicated discomfort with the FTC's assertion that Congress intended to prevent all recipients of the agency's civil investigative demands from accessing the courts. This skepticism highlights potential legal tensions between government investigations and nonprofit advocacy groups.
US District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan expressed concern over the FTC's argument that Congress aimed to restrict access to the courts for recipients of civil investigative demands.
The Federal Trade Commission faced skepticism from a judge regarding its investigation into a nonprofit related to advertising boycotts of conservative websites.
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