FTC Takes Aim at Hidden ‘Junk Fees’: A Win for Transparency or Government Overreach?
Federal regulators have unveiled a new rule requiring ticket sellers, hotels, and vacation rental providers to disclose all hidden “junk fees” up front, sparking both praise for consumer protection and concerns about potential impacts on businesses. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized the rule on Tuesday, aiming to eliminate “bait-and-switch...
