Discussion Question: Government Agencies are seen as the "4th Branch of Government" because they are often independent government entities that enact many laws known as regulations. The federal agency that is in charge of consumer protection issues is the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

Explore the Federal Trade Commission site and the information provided about the FTC. Having explored this FTC website, what are your impressions about this agency and its purpose? This agency has a legal blog section. Read one of the blog posts, and post a brief summary of the blog post subject and your opinion about the legal issue presented. Name and describe one regulation the FTC has promulgated in the last year. Give your opinion on the regulation and ask your classmates to challenge that position.