Kamala Harris Faces Dilemma Over FTC Chair Lina Khan's Future

Harris's decision on whether to retain FTC Chair Lina Khan could impact her relationships with business leaders and progressives.

Vice President Kamala Harris's potential presidency brings into question the fate of Lina Khan as FTC Chair, whose aggressive antitrust approach has polarized opinions.
Khan's tenure has seen lawsuits against major tech companies and efforts to regulate monopolies, sparking controversy and mixed reactions from political and business circles.
While some progressives support Khan's work, key Democratic donors and business leaders have expressed concerns, urging Harris to consider leadership changes at the FTC.
Harris has strategically avoided taking a public stance on Khan, aiming to maintain fragile alliances with business leaders during her campaign.
Critics warn that distancing from Khan could alienate progressive voters, potentially ceding populist momentum to Republican rivals.