FTC’s Mark Meador Takes a Few Jabs at Lina Khan
Meador accused the former FTC chair of putting personal and political priorities ahead of the agency’s competition mission
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2026 – FTC Commissioner Mark Meador strongly criticized former FTC Chair Lina Khan, accusing her of turning the agency into a personal platform and prioritizing political headlines over its core enforcement mission.
Speaking Sept. 14, Meador said Khan’s tenure from 2021-2025 under Biden’s appointment illustrated what he views as broader problems with the FTC’s traditional model of independence. He accused Khan of “subordinating its mission to her own ambitions” and said her management of the agency’s resources and investigative functions came at the expense of its competition mission.
