January 12, 2015
President Obama made a historic visit to the Federal Trade Commission, the first presidential visit to the FTC since 1937. The Commission was proud to host the President in its Centennial year. Following a brief introduction from FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez, the President announced forthcoming initiatives to address identity theft, and consumer and student privacy.
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Photos by Casimer Campos, Federal Trade Commission.
Additional Coverage
- Additional Photos at the FTC Facebook page
- Remarks of Chairwoman Edith Ramirez Introducing President Obama
- Remarks by the President at the Federal Trade Commission (White House press release, Jan. 12, 2015)
- The President Announces New Actions to Protect Americans' Privacy and Identity (White House, Jan. 12, 2015)