Trump Nominates Ryan Baasch for Federal Trade Commission

President Donald Trump plans to nominate White House aide Ryan Baasch to the Federal Trade Commission, replacing Commissioner Melissa Holyoak. Baasch, 37, is currently a special assistant on the National Economic Council. The White House and FTC have not commented on the nomination.

In a significant shake-up at the Federal Trade Commission, U.S. President Donald Trump is poised to nominate Ryan Baasch, a seasoned White House aide, to join the commission. This information was reported by Bloomberg News, citing sources familiar with the nomination process.

Baasch, at 37, has been serving as a special assistant to the president on the National Economic Council, providing valuable insights into economic policy making. His appointment would fill the vacancy left by Commissioner Melissa Holyoak, who is anticipated to be nominated as U.S. attorney for Utah.

As of yet, neither the White House nor the Federal Trade Commission has officially commented on the potential nomination. However, insiders suggest the move is aimed at reinforcing the administration’s regulatory framework.