Obama Names Edith Ramirez to Chair Federal Trade Commission

New chair has close political ties with Obama

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President Barack Obama will officially name Edith Ramirez to be the next chairman of the Federal Trade Commission on Monday, March 4, the FTC confirmed.

Ramirez's appointment was not a total surprise, although many in Washington were betting her colleague, commissioner Julie Brill would get the top spot. Both joined the FTC in 2010, but Brill has been far more visible than Ramirez.

Ramirez will replace outgoing chairman Jon Leibowitz, who announced he would exit the commission this month.

Since Ramirez is currently a commissioner, her appointment will not require Senate confirmation.

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